These days when I open my fridge, a stack of chile crisp jars greets me. I’ve been collecting them for months now; I currently have at least 10 different chile crisps and oils, ready to turn up the volume on anything I make. I don’t think I’m alone. From Sze Daddy sauce from 886, a Taiwanese restaurant in NYC, to the classic Lao Gan Ma, which started the chile oil boom in America, chile crisp which, put simply, is a condiment with oil and chile flakes is so hot right now.
There are two things to consider when trying a new chile crisp: the oil-to-crisp ratio and any flavoring ingredients. Most often, the name suggests whether it will be more like an oil or a crisp; the latter contains more chile flakes and other flavoring ingredients like garlic crisp, fennel seeds, anchovies, or preserved black beans that add more textures to the mix. Some options are so powerful that they should be used as a dominant flavor profile when cooking: Think of chile oil-drenched noodles wi
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As always, we have our exclusive manager’s and captain’s notes – but with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang taking some time away from the squad, vice-captain Hector Bellerin was quick to step up and give us his thoughts on Tuesday’s win at Southampton and the challenge provided by Manchester United.
We speak to Bernd Leno about the goalkeeping group and our impressive defensive unit this season. David Luiz talks about life after football – which will feature a surf board and a Hawaiian beach – and our Young Gun, Alex Kirk, reveals his alter ego as a county cross country champion!
Here’s our latest team news update ahead of Saturday’s Premier League match against Manchester United:
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Dani Ceballos
Left calf. Dani has resumed training but still unavailable for Saturday’s match. Dani will continue to be assessed in the coming days.
Thomas Partey
Thomas has been in full training since Tuesday’s match at Southampton and is available for selection.
Emile Smith Rowe
Emile has been in full training since Tuesday’s match at Southampton and is available for selection.
Mat Ryan
Right hip. Slight knock in training. Hopeful to be back in full training in the coming days.