Some people start drama to spice up their day. We prefer something that comes in a bottle. Enter mild chilli oil - the flavour friend who doesn’t scream for attention but somehow steals the spotlight anyway. It’s the main character your pantry didn’t know it was missing: warm, toasty heat; crunchy little bursts of sesame seeds; and a swagger that comes from real chili flakes and slow-steeped aromatics.
Unlike volcanic chilli oils that burn through your tastebuds and your pride, a mild one glides in with confidence. It elevates, it enhances, it winks. Drizzle it on literally anything, and suddenly your everyday bites feel like they got invited to the cool table. And with House of Nom’s take? Let’s just say your meals are about to get character development.
Behind the Chili Oil..
Chilli oil has been a quiet MVP of Asian culture for centuries. From cantonese cuisine to Sichuan heat legends, every region has its own style - some smoky, some numbing, some unapologetically fiery. Originally crafted as a way to preserve dried peppers in hot oil, it evolved into a culinary icon: a bottled shortcut to depth, warmth, and personality.
But recently, something interesting has happened. The world’s obsession with flavour exploration - and the rise of global pantry staples - has pushed chilli oil into the spotlight. Foodies want heat, but not the kind that turns dinner into a dare. That’s why mild chilli oil is trending: it gives you complexity without chaos.
Modern makers now blend aromatics like garlic cloves, bay leaves, Star Anise, white pepper, cinnamon stick, sand ginger, red onion, and crunchy shallots halves with layers of Asian chilli powder, sichuan dried chili flakes, dried chilli flakes, and ground chili. The result? A spice-infused oil that honours tradition but plays well with contemporary tastes.
In classic kitchens, it’s stirred lovingly into noodle bowls. In global kitchens today, it’s drizzled over everything from sourdough to snack plates. Mild chilli oil has become the modern flavour passport - bold enough to excite, gentle enough to use every day.
Mildly Wild..
House of Nom does chilli oil the only way we know how: with character, craftsmanship, and a bit of cheek. Our Mild Chilli Sesame Oil starts with a neutral-tasting oil, then slowly infuses it with premium aromatics - because a good cooking process isn’t rushed. We’re talking a balanced chili mix featuring cayenne pepper, Asian-style chili flakes, and sichuan dried chili flakes, harmonised with garlic cloves, Star Anise, bay leaves, white pepper, and a touch of sea salt. All the flavour, none of the panic.
We use only natural ingredients and premium ingredients, leaning into that House of Nom signature: playful, indulgent, design-led, and rooted in global inspiration. The texture? More lush than a classic Chilli Crisp Oil, more aromatic than standard cooking oil, and more versatile than a typical restaurant-style version. Think of it as chilli oil that’s grown up, glowed up, and ready for your table.
Every bottle is crafted in small batches with genuine artisanal craftsmanship, poured into a chic storage jar that looks as good as it tastes. It’s Vegan Friendly, thoughtfully made, and available in 250 ml with full details in the product information section of our shop - because transparency is sexy.
Whether you found us while browsing at Regular price, checking out with Same Day Delivery, or after hitting “sign in” to reorder… you’re about to meet the chilli oil that upgrades everything.
Ways to Savour It..
Here’s the truth: mild chilli oil isn’t just a condiment. It’s a lifestyle choice - one that quietly says, “I like flavour, but I also like functioning tastebuds.”
Drizzle it over leftovers to revive them. Add a spoonful to your favourite comfort foods to give them a glow-up. Swirl it into dips, spoon it over roasted vegetables, or let it pool luxuriously on the edge of your plate like edible jewellery. No rules. No recipes. No drama.
It’s the kind of upgrade that makes even something like Asian-style chicken noodle soup feel intentional, or a simple Korean-style cucumber salad feel like you spent time in culinary school. In truth? You just opened a jar.
If you’re a wok warrior, this is your new best friend. Wok cooking with mild chilli oil gives you instant depth and aroma while keeping things mellow enough that you can still taste your ingredients. If you’re a toast maximalist, a drizzle takes breakfast from sleepy to smug. If your fridge is full of “random things you swore you’d eat,” mild chilli oil is the unifier that brings them into a harmonious snack moment.
Think of it as the condiment equivalent of a really good playlist: always appropriate, never boring, and incredibly good at setting the mood.
The Flavour Send-Off..
So if you’ve been craving an everyday upgrade that’s bold without being bossy, House of Nom’s mild chilli oil is ready for its debut on your table. It’s the drizzle that turns basics into bangers, the finishing touch your tastebuds will applaud, and the pantry staple you’ll wonder how you lived without.
Ready to turn your meals from “fine” to “oh, hello there”? Explore the Mildly Wild bundle and bring home the mild chilli oil that actually understands the assignment. Heat, flavour, personality - bottled for your daily delight.
