Never waste fresh chiles again.
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Gardening newbies always have a learning curve when it comes to chile peppers.
My first foray started innocently enough.
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I love fresh salsa, so I put in four jalapeno plants and a mysterious purple Thai chile.
And even better, I learned an easy way to save myhot peppers.
Hot Peppers, Deep Chill
Got a pile of peppers?
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If you have time, it’s possible for you to halve or mince them.
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Should You Thaw the Peppers Before Using?
When thawed, the pod will be floppy and soft.
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Youll have an easier time chopping your peppers when theyre semi-frozen and firm enough to cut.
Remember the mysterious purple chiles from my first garden?
Simple Tip!
Also try not to inhale the aerosolized heat if you mince them in a food processor.
Wash and dry the peppers.
Any moisture left on the peppers will become icy.
Squeeze out as much air as possible, then seal.
Be sure to label and date your stash.
Place the halves on a sheet pan in a single layer and freeze until the peppers are stiff.
Transfer to freezer bags or containers.
Return to the freezer.
Mince, dont puree, and then transfer to ice cube trays.
