Chili crisp is crunchy chile bits packed into chile-infused oil, and a little goes a long way. Each of these five uses puts that crunch and heat up against something soft, creamy or cold. Swipe ahead to learn how to incorporate chili crisp into your dishes.

Runny Egg

Chili crisp works equally well on fried, scrambled or poached eggs. Stir a little into scrambled eggs, drizzle it over an omelet, or pile it into breakfast tacos with cheese, avocado and cilantro.

Build a Hot Rice Bowl

Picture hot white or brown rice with a spoonful of chili crisp melting into it. Add soy sauce and sliced green onions for a simple side. Want a full meal? Pile on one of four add-ins (roasted vegetables, leftover meat, tofu or a fried egg), then sprinkle on peanuts, cashews or sesame seeds for extra crunch.

Condiments Get a Kick

Stir chili crisp into mayonnaise for a creamy, spicy sauce that suits turkey, roast beef, crispy chicken, grilled cheese or egg sandwiches. You can also use it to liven up your regular ketchup or mustard.

Pot Stickers and Wontons

Dumplings need a dip. Stir chili crisp, soy sauce and rice vinegar into a three-ingredient sauce, and the crunchy pieces cling to each pot sticker or wonton while the seasoned oil adds richness. Steamed, pan-fried or frozen, they all work.

Vanilla Ice Cream

The sweet-heat contrast is the whole point. Salt & Straw co-founder Tyler Malek's cookbook America's Most Iconic Ice Creams includes a Chili Crisp Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup flavor, so the pairing has a pro stamp. Savory jars heavy on garlic or onion can taste odd on something sweet, so test a small amount first.