If you’re like me and love growing spicy peppers, you probably have a stash of dried chilies or chili flakes. But what if you run out just when you need them? Finding a suitable sub for chili flakes is easier than you think, and you probably have a few great options in your kitchen right …
If you’re a fan of spicy food, chances are good that you have a bottle of Sriracha in your pantry. This iconic chili sauce, with its signature balance of heat and garlic, has a dedicated following worldwide. In a previous post, we answered how long hot sauce lasts unrefrigerated, but today, we’re focusing specifically on …
As someone who loves growing and cooking with chili, there’s nothing more satisfying than a hearty bowl of homemade chili. In a previous post, we learned how long chili is good for in the fridge. Now, it’s time to learn how to reheat the chili we have stored in the fridge so we can enjoy …
Although I don’t own any chickens and likely never will, the idea of chickens eating Jalapeño peppers has always tickled my curiosity. It’s one of those odd questions that, once it enters your mind, you feel compelled to seek out an answer. Perhaps my interest is fueled by my neighbors’ chickens, which often wander into …
Growing and cooking with chili peppers has for long been a passion of mine. There’s something incredibly satisfying about harvesting those hot pods and turning them into a delicious, spicy dish that warms the soul, especially right now during the autumn and upcoming winter. One of my favorite recipes to experiment with is chili. But …
If you’ve been following my blog, you know that we learned the general methods of drying hot peppers in a previous post. Today, however, we will focus on how to dry peppers in the oven. This method is a great alternative if you don’t own a dehydrator and is quite effective when done correctly (and doing …
Growing hot peppers is fun and stress-reducing, and I’ve had great success cultivating various chili peppers. Today, I want to share everything you need to know about dried chili peppers and how to preserve them for year-round use.
After successfully growing many peppers and finding out how to dry and rehydrate them, it is now time to have a quick look at how to store dried chili peppers. Proper storage ensures your fiery gems retain their flavor, color, and potency for as long as possible.
If you’re like, enjoy growing your own chili peppers you may preserve them in different ways. Watering them correctly and using the right soil means that each harvest brings many chiles. Often, I have more chiles than I can use fresh, and over the years, I’ve found that drying them is a good way to …
In a previous post, I showed you how to dry hot peppers; now it’s time for me to share my favorite dried chili pepper recipes. Dried chiles can transform any dish, adding depth and complexity to your culinary creations. Let’s look at the recipes with dried chili peppers.