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Chile for Tamales

Ingredients

  • 20 dried red chile peppers - washed, with stems and seeds removed
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried, crushed Mexican oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash dried peppers and remove stems and seeds. Place in a blender or food processor with the water, oregano, garlic, and a pinch or two of salt.
  2. Blend on high until peppers are thoroughly pureed, pulsing occasionally. Adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.

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