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Dried Chilli Paste

Chilli paste is one ingredient that is used a lot in Malay and many Asian cookings. This condiment is a handy fridge staple. Replace the commercial chilli paste with this easy homemade chilli paste recipe.

Dried Chilli Paste Recipe



Stores well in the refrigerator.



INGREDIENTS:
  • 100 gram red dried chillies 
  • 1/2 cup water for blending 
  • water for boiling 

DIRECTIONS:

1. Cut dried chillies into smaller pieces over a colander.

2. Rub the cut chillies with hand to remove most seeds out.

3. Wash the chillies thoroughly.

4. Transfer the chillies into a pot, fill with enough water and boil for 15 - 30 minutes on medium low heat.

5. Strain and add the chillies with 1/2 cup water into a blender, do not wash the chillies anymore.

6. Blend until it becomes a smooth paste.

7. Let chilli paste cool to room temperature first before storing in the fridge in an airtight container.


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