DRIED CHILE SALSA

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Provided by Josef Centeno

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Super Bowl     Cinco de Mayo     Hot Pepper     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces dried chiles de árbol
1 1/2 ounces ancho chiles
1 medium white onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/3 cup distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Toast chiles in a dry medium skillet over high heat, turning often, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Let cool slightly, then remove stems and seeds. 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. Purée chile mixture in a blender until smooth. Strain into a medium bowl and mix in vinegar.
  • DO AHEAD: Salsa can be made 4 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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