Re: [CH] Homemade chipotles?
Sandy Olson (sandyo@willowtree.com)
Tue, 27 Jan 1998 17:55:20 -0600
Hi Jeff...
I smoked jalapenos last summer for the first time. I purchased an
inexpensive electric smoker ('Lil Chief) as a "dedicated" smoker for
chiles. You can't use a smoker you've cooked meat in; it leaves a residue
that taints the flavor of the chipotles.
The peppers should be slit up the side to allow the heat/smoke to work
faster. Just put them on the trays of the smoker, follow instructions for
using wood chips etc. and let 'er go! Very easy. I smoked the batch about
14 hours then am storing them in the freezer as they are still moist enough
to be flexible and I think they would mold if left at room temp. They are
delicious! I've used them in many recipes and love them to pieces. I plan
to grow lots of jals this summer to make more.
SandyO
CH #1146