Basic Chili Paste to Replace Chili Powder Recipe

Name: Basic Chili Paste to Replace Chili Powder Recipe
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 64
Ingredients: 3 whole sweet fresh dried chilies, such as costeño, New Mexico, or choricero, stems and seeds removed; 2 small hot dried chilies, such as árbol or cascabel, stems and seeds removed; 3 whole rich, fruity dried chilies, such as ancho, mulato, negro, or pasilla, stems and seeds removed; 2 whole chipotle dried chilies canned in adobo sauce, plus 2 tablespoons (30ml) sauce; 1 quart (950ml) homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock

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This basic chili paste is a flavorful alternative to chili powder. With a mix of sweet, hot, and fruity dried chilies, plus chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, this paste is perfect for adding depth and heat to your favorite chili recipes. Just blend with chicken stock for a rich, spicy flavor.