Fresh Chili Paste Recipe (How to Make Chili Paste)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Fresh Chili Paste Recipe (How to Make Chili Paste)
Description
The Fresh Chili Paste Recipe starts by finely chopping a mixture of chili peppers, garlic, and shallots, which form the paste's base. These ingredients are gently cooked in olive oil over low heat to soften flavors and develop richness without burning. Cumin, salt, and black pepper season the mixture, adding earthy and spicy notes. After further cooking to integrate the spices, the mixture is processed until smooth, yielding a vibrant chili paste.
This paste can be stored refrigerated and used in small spoonfuls to enhance sauces, marinades, or soups with a fresh, sharp heat. Its texture is smooth yet retains some body, making it versatile for cooking or as a condiment.
The recipe yields about 1.5 cups and is said to keep for approximately one week refrigerated, helping home cooks enjoy freshly made chili paste without artificial preservatives.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chili peppers chopped - I used a combination of fingerlings and long red cayenne peppers, though you can use any type.
- 2 garlic chopped, cloves
- 2 shallots chopped, small
- ¼ cup olive oil plus more as needed
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add peppers, garlic and shallots to a food processor and process until finely chopped.
- Transfer to a pot and add olive oil. Heat to low and cook about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a bit more olive oil if needed. Do not burn the mixture.
- Add seasonings and stir. Cook another 5 minutes or so to let flavors develop.
- Cool and transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth.
- Transfer to a jar and refrigerate! Use a spoonful at a time.
Notes
- Store the chili paste in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Use a spoonful at a time to add heat and flavor to dishes.
- Ensure to cook gently without burning to preserve the freshness of ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 42mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 864mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 12015IU | 240% |
| Vitamin C | 14.9mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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