Hot Chile Paste

7 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup loosely packed dried red chiles (1 ounce), rinsed
  • 3/4 cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1/4 cup minced shallots
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar or rice vinegar

Directions

  1. 1
    In a heatproof bowl, cover the chiles with the boiling water.
  2. 2
    Place a small plate on the chiles to keep them submerged and soak until pliable, at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  3. 3
    Transfer the chiles and their soaking liquid to a blender and puree.
  4. 4
    Blend in the salt and sugar.

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