Dried Chile Salsa II

Ingredients: 12 dried New Mexico or guajillo chiles (about 2 ounces) 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled 1 tablespoon (or more) apple cider vinegar Kosher salt Instructions: Makes 1 cup Toast chiles in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until slightly puffed and lightly darkened on both sides, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan; let cool. […]

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Ingredients:

12 dried New Mexico or guajillo chiles (about 2 ounces)
4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 tablespoon (or more) apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt

Instructions:

Makes 1 cup

Toast chiles in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until slightly puffed and lightly darkened on both sides, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan; let cool. Add garlic to same skillet and cook, turning often, until skins brown in spots and cloves are soft, 10-15 minutes. Remove from pan. Let cool and peel. Stem chiles and halve lengthwise; discard seeds. Cut into pieces and transfer to a medium bowl. Cover with boiling water and let soak, mixing often, until softened, 25-30 minutes.

Drain chiles, reserving soaking liquid. Transfer chiles, garlic, 1/2 cup soaking liquid, and 1 tablespoon vinegar to blender. Purée, adding soaking liquid as needed, until a smooth, thick sauce forms. Season with salt and more vinegar, if desired. DO AHEAD: Salsa can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill. From epicurious.com