How to Take the Heat Out of Chilli Peppers

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wear kitchen gloves.

   Split the chilli pod lengthwise with a knife.
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   Step 2: Using the same knife

   Remember to remove the part where the seed attaches to the pepper through a white thread like structure, as it is the hottest. , It can be added diced or in julienne pieces, as required for the recipe. , This takes the edge off the heat significantly. ,,, This method ensures that you get a hint of chilli flavour in your dish but not the heat of the actual chilli pods. ,,
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   Step 3: discard all the seeds and veins from the pod.

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   Step 4: Use the colourful chilli pod whole.

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   Step 5: Soak the chillies in salted water at least an hour before using them in any dish.

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   Step 6: For recipes that require boiling

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   Step 7: tempering or stir frying

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   Step 8: wash the chillies thoroughly with warm water.

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   Step 9: Throw the washed chillies in whole in your dish.

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    Step 10: Once the boiling

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    Step 11: tempering or stir frying is completed

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    Step 12: pick the chillies out of your dish with the help of a fork.

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    Step 13: When you want mild to moderate pepper flavour in your dish

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    Step 14: poke holes in the chilli pods using a toothpick and add them to a half cooked dish.

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    Step 15: Remove the chillies from your dish with the help of a fork

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    Step 16: once you finish cooking.

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