Salsa Picante de Chile Arbol
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 ounce (50 to 60) dried Chile de Arbol
- 1 1/2 tbls sesame seeds
- 2 tbls pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1/4 tsp cumin seeds (toasted)
- 4 large allspice berries
- 2 cloves
- 1 tsp oregano (toasted with cumin seeds)
- salt to taste
- 2 - 3 cloves garlic toasted with skin on.
- 3/4 cup cider vinegar
Instructions
Stem the chiles and place in blender or cuisinart with seeds. lightly brown sesame seeds then toss into blender. also brown pumpkin seeds in skillet then add to blender. (If while toasting you burn something do not add to dish as it will cause a bitter taste. Start over with same ingredient). Take allspice, oregano, salt, cumin and crush together. Add to blender. Add all ingredients, then blend for a few minutes until you have a red orange sauce. Let sit for a few minutes then strain. Add any additional liquid as needed. Should let sit for twenty four hours. Needs no refrigeration and lasts a long time. Very hot.
