Red Chili Puree

Directions

1. 1
   Put chilies in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow to soak 15 minutes.
2. 2
   Wear gloves to rinse and prepare chilies in cold water.
3. 3
   While rinsing, break off stems; run finger inside chilies to find and discard any moldy areas; loosen seeds to be rinsed away.
4. 4
   In a blender, combine seed-free chilies, 1/4 cup hot water, garlic, salt and oregano.
5. 5
   Whirl at high speed until chilies are pureed.