Ingredients

3 cups extra-virgin olive oil 

2 habanero chiles, halved lengthwise 

1 teaspoon lemon zest 

2 dried bay leaves 

Preparation

Place all ingredients in a clean jar and close tightly. Transfer to refrigerator and let stand at least 2 weeks, until desired level of heat is reached, stirring every 2 to 3 days. Remove chiles and keep refrigerated until ready to use.