Chilli

• Use fresh chilies, finely chopped, to add heat and flavor to salsas, sauces, and marinades for grilled meats, poultry, or vegetables. Try a small amount at first and adjust to your preferred level of spiciness.
• Infuse cooking oils with dried chili peppers for a spicy kick. Simply add a few dried chilies to a bottle of olive oil or vegetable oil and let it sit for a few weeks. Use the infused oil for sautéing, stir-frying, or drizzling over dishes.
• Create homemade chili powder by grinding dried chili peppers into a fine powder. Combine with other spices like cumin, oregano, and garlic powder to create your own custom blend. Use in chili, stews, and rubs.
• Pickle fresh chili peppers in vinegar with sugar and spices for a tangy and spicy condiment. Pickled chilies can be added to sandwiches, salads, or served as a side dish.
• Incorporate chili peppers into soups and stews for warmth and depth of flavor. Add chopped fresh chilies or a pinch of chili flakes to your favorite recipes. Common additions include chili con carne and spicy noodle soups.
• Dehydrate chili peppers to preserve them and concentrate their flavor. String them together to make ristras, or grind them into powder for long-term storage. Dried chilies can be rehydrated in water or added directly to dishes.

• May help boost metabolism and support weight management.
• Rich in vitamins A and C, contributing to immune system support.
• Contains capsaicin, which may help relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
• May promote cardiovascular health by helping to lower blood pressure.
• Good source of antioxidants, protecting cells from damage.

Fresh chillies should be stored in the refrigerator, ideally wrapped in a paper towel and placed in a plastic bag. This will help to keep them fresh for up to two weeks. Dried chillies should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry place. Chilli powder should also be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place to maintain its flavor and potency. Freezing chillies is also an option; they can be frozen whole or chopped and stored in a freezer-safe bag or container.