Dried Chile Salsa

By Maverick19

You can use any dried chiles that you want to try different flavors. Make it first with the chiles that it calls for because this one is very good.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 oz dry chiles de arbol
• 1 1/2 oz dry ancho chiles
• 1 med white onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 Tbsp kosher salt
• 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 1/2 cup water

Preparation

Step 1

1. Toast the chiles in a dry, medium skillet, over High heat, turning often until fragrant, plus or minus 3 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly, then with gloved hands, remove the seeds and the stems.

2. Place chiles, onion, garlic, salt and 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until very soft, 15-20 minutes.

3. Place ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Strain into a medium bowl and mix in the vinegar.