Lazy Chilli Flakes
This is a recipe taken from the Preserves book by Dick and James Strawbridge. You will need: 150ml (5 fl oz of vinegar) 2 tablespoons of sugar 50g/2 oz dried chillies stems removed a pinch of salt a pinch of freshly ground black pepper Put the vinegar and sugar into a pan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Blitz the chillies in a food processor or grind them using a pestle and mortar, until flaky, and add to the vinegar. Bring t the boil and then allow to cool in the pan.. Season with salt and pepper then pour into a jam jar. Seal tightly and store in the fridge. To use add a little to your chosen dish. However use sparingly as it is hot. PP