Fresh Chili Paste Recipe (How to Make Chili Paste)

Ingredients

• 1 pound chili peppers (chopped - I used a combination of fingerlings and long red cayenne peppers, though you can use any type.)
• 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
• 2 small shallots (chopped)
• ¼ cup olive oil (plus more as needed)
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1

   Add peppers, garlic and shallots to a food processor and process until finely chopped.

2. 2

   Transfer to a pot and add olive oil. Heat to low and cook about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a bit more olive oil if needed. Do not burn the mixture.

3. 3

   Add seasonings and stir. Cook another 5 minutes or so to let flavors develop.

4. 4

   Cool and transfer to a food processor. Process until smooth.

5. 5

   Transfer to a jar and refrigerate! Use a spoonful at a time.