This vibrant Chile Paste is a staple condiment that brings intense heat and deep, smoky flavor to your cooking. Made primarily from small dried red chiles like Piquins or New Mexico varieties, this paste offers a robust kick that can elevate stews, marinades, and sauces. The combination of vinegar, garlic, and oil creates a tangy, savory profile with a smooth, thick consistency. Perfect for adding a burst of spice to everyday meals, it serves as an excellent table condiment or a foundational ingredient in complex recipes. Store-bought versions often lack the fresh punch of this homemade alternative, which keeps well in the refrigerator for months, ensuring you always have a little extra zest on hand.
Chile Paste
Description
This vibrant Chile Paste is a staple condiment that brings intense heat and deep, smoky flavor to your cooking. Made primarily from small dried red chiles like Piquins or New Mexico varieties, this paste offers a robust kick that can elevate stews, marinades, and sauces. The combination of vinegar, garlic, and oil creates a tangy, savory profile with a smooth, thick consistency. Perfect for adding a burst of spice to everyday meals, it serves as an excellent table condiment or a foundational ingredient in complex recipes. Store-bought versions often lack the fresh punch of this homemade alternative, which keeps well in the refrigerator for months, ensuring you always have a little extra zest on hand.Ingredients
Directions
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Inspect the dried chiles and remove any stems or loose debris.
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Finely chop the garlic cloves to ensure they blend smoothly into the paste.
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Place the dried red chiles and crushed New Mexico chiles into the blender jar.
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Add the chopped garlic, white wine vinegar, vegetable oil, and kosher salt to the blender.
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Pour in 3/4 cup of water to help facilitate blending.
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Secure the lid and blend on high speed for approximately one minute, or until the mixture reaches a thick, smooth paste consistency.
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Taste the paste and adjust salt or vinegar if desired, blending briefly again if needed.
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Transfer the finished chile paste into a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
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Store in the refrigerator where it will keep for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 311.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 80.0g27%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 80.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
