[CH] grinding dried chiles
F. Eugene (dunnam@phys.ufl.edu)
Tue, 19 Feb 2002 10:38:09 -0500
Greetings, all-
We've used our blender [an ancient Osterizer with a fairly tight lid]
as a dried chile grinder for several years. Works well; I use the
high-speed setting. Two cautions: Don't overload the blender; about
1/3 full is plenty for a fine grind and also it's a good idea to let
the chile dust inside the jar settle for 10-15 seconds after
switching off before opening the lid! We rinse the blender with hot
water afterward & have had no problems with 'contamination'
[wait---chiles don't contaminate; they enhance flavors!].
I haven't tried it but I *think* an el cheapo electric coffee grinder
[the kind with the spinning blade at the bottom of the jar] oughtta
work fine if one wants a 'dedicated' device.
Gene
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