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How to Rehydrate Dried Chili Peppers - Recipe and Instructions

Learn how to easily rehydrate dried chili peppers for a number of different recipes and applications. Rehydrating dried chili peppers is simple, and a great way to incorporate chili peppers into your meal. While you can simple toss them into hot water and let them steep, a better way is as follows:

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chili peppers dried

Instructions

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  1. Scoop out the insides of the dried pods with a knife. You can do this step after they are rehydrated, but I like to trim it out while dry. If you find this difficult, scoop out the innards later.
  2. Heat a large pan to medium-high heat and dry roast the peppers about 30-60 seconds per side. They will become slightly puffy and fragrant.
  3. Set peppers into an oven proof bowl and pour boiling water over them. Use just enough to cover the peppers. Cover and allow to sit 15-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your peppers.
  4. Remove from water and use as needed.

Notes

  • NOTE: The water used to rehydrate the peppers is useful. Nutrients from the peppers will seep into the water, so save the water for your recipe if you'd like.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 41mg (2%) Potassium 848mg (24%) Fiber 13g (52%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 12015IU (240%) Vitamin C 14.3mg (16%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 2.7mg (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 41mg 2%
Potassium 848mg 18%
Fiber 13g 52%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 12015IU 240%
Vitamin C 14.3mg 16%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 2.7mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.