Red Chile Recipe
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Ingredients
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Red Chile Ingredients
Method
Red Chile Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dried Chilies
Remove the stems and seeds from the dried red chilies. Rinse them under cold water and place them in a bowl.
- 2
Soak the Chilies
Cover the chilies with hot water and let them soak for about 15 minutes until they become soft.
- 3
Blend the Ingredients
In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, garlic cloves, onion, cumin seeds, oregano, salt, and 1 cup of the soaking water. Blend until smooth.
- 4
Cook the Sauce
In a saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour the blended chile sauce into the pan and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the oil separates.
- 5
Adjust Consistency
If the sauce is too thick, add more water, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. This red chile can be used in various dishes or as a condiment.