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The seeds from dried chiles can be lightly toasted and used as a condiment to give a dish some extra heat. Traditionally, you place a bowl of seeds on the table and diners can add them to their food as desired.
I have never seen this done at anyone’s home or in a restaurant. I got [...]

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Serrano chiles are called for in many Mexican recipes. Serranos have a bright, sharp taste and are substantially hotter than Jalapeno chiles. Serrano chiles are a medium to dark green when picked and as they mature turn orange and then red.

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How to Peel Chili Peppers
One of my least favorite parts about cooking Mexican food is peeling chiles. It’s a prep task that I try to avoid when possible, but sometimes it just has to be done. Peeling chiles really isn’t that hard. I just find it to be tedious.
The method I prefer to roast chiles [...]

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