Chili Paste

Chili paste is pure intensity in a spoon. Dried chilies, garlic, and oil come together into a thick, powerful paste that adds instant heat and depth to vegetables, soups, noodles, and sauces. It’s simple, flexible, and keeps well meant to be used a little at a time.

This is Let’s Veg flavor with edge.

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Chili Paste

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Chili paste made bold and flavorful with dried chilies and garlic. A Let’s Veg condiment perfect for adding heat to everyday cooking.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 693

Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

• 10 dried red chilies adjust for heat
• Hot water for soaking
• 4 cloves garlic
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp sugar optional
• ¼ cup neutral oil or olive oil
• 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice

Cooking Instructions

 

1. Place dried chilies in a bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes until softened.
2. Drain chilies and place in a food processor with garlic, salt, and sugar if using.
3. Blend until a thick paste forms.
4. Heat oil in a small pan over low heat.
5. Add chili paste and cook gently for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar or lemon juice.
7. Cool and store in a clean jar.

Nutrition

Calories: 693kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 11gFat: 56gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 40gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 1534mgFiber: 7gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 4289IUVitamin C: 650mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks

Add spices like cumin or paprika for variation

Use as a base for sauces, marinades, or stir-fries

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