Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
• 1/4 cup peanut oil
• Special equipment: an electric coffee/spice grinder

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Instructions

1. Pulse peppercorns in grinder until coarsely ground.
2. Heat oil with peppercorns in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, swirling pan occasionally, until peppercorns turn a shade darker, about 1 minute, then transfer to a heatproof bowl and cool to room temperature. Stir before using.