Homemade Chili Flakes
A recipe for Homemade Chili Flakes! Preserve excess peppers by drying over low heat, then crushing to create red pepper flakes or even more finely into a powder.
Servings 1 Serving
Ingredients
- Red, fully ripe chili peppers
- Water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170˚F (77˚C). Place an oven-safe wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Wash the peppers with water and wipe away any moisture.
- Using gloves and being careful not to touch your face, remove the stems from the peppers and discard.
- Cut each pepper in half lengthwise. If desired, remove the seeds for a more mild flavor.
- Arrange the peppers in a single layer on a baking sheet, making sure they do not touch.
- Dry in preheated oven until they become crisp and brittle. They should break and crumble when bent. This will take between 4-8 hours.
- Allow the peppers to cool to room temperature.
- Place the dried peppers in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder and grind to desired texture. If using a spice grinder, allow the dust to settle before opening the top.
- Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months for the best flavor.