CHILI PEPPER WATER

By BobD

Ingredients

• Alan's Chile Pepper Water, used in the guacamole, is a mild all-purpose table condiment popular in Hawaii.

Preparation

Step 1

To make it, combine in a blender 1/3 cup cold water, 1 garlic clove, 1 red serrano chile (or 1/2 jalapeño), 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 teaspoons minced ginger, and a pinch of salt. Puree until smooth.

Bring 1-1/4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan, add the puree, return to a boil, then remove from the heat and let cool.

Transfer to a glass bottle and keep refrigerated. Use as a seasoning for salads or fish dishes, or place it on your table during mealtimes and use it as a condiment.

This will keep 2 to 3 weeks if refrigerated.