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Homemade Chili Flakes

10 min prep · Easy · 1 servings
Create your own vibrant chili flakes at home to spice up any dish with fresh, customizable heat.

Ingredients
10-12 dried red chili peppers (preferably Thai or Fresno)→
1 teaspoon salt (optional)→
1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)→
A handful of dried red chili peppers for extra heat (optional)→
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Method
1
Select and dry the chili peppers thoroughly if they are not already dried.
2
Remove stems.
3
Handle dried peppers with gloves to avoid skin irritation.
4
Using a spice grinder, blender, or mortar and pestle, grind the dried chilies into small flakes or powder, depending on your preference.
5
If using a grinder or blender, pulse gradually until desired consistency is achieved.
6
Mix in salt and garlic powder if desired, for added flavor.
7
Transfer the chili flakes to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.
8
Use as a spice to add heat and flavor to your dishes.

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