When it comes to chopping peppers, many people's first reaction is the spicy and fragrant pungency, as if every bite can make the taste buds wake up instantly. Moreover, chopped pepper is not only the soul match of Hunan cuisine, but also can instantly improve the ordinary dishes by several grades, truly achieving "two dishes without it".

Recently, the weather has gradually warmed up, and people's appetite has begun to recover. Although it is convenient to buy chopped peppers outside, I always feel that there is a little less taste of home, and many chopped peppers will add additional additives in order to prolong the storage time, which is always a little worrying to eat. Today, I will teach you a family version of the secret chopped pepper method, which is simple and easy to learn, and guarantees that you will be addicted as soon as you do it, and you will be addicted as soon as you eat it.

Imagine a fathead fish stewed at home, served steaming on the table, and then spread a layer of self-made chopped peppers, that fragrance will definitely make you can't wait to start. Moreover, this secret chopped pepper can not only be used to make chopped pepper fish head, but also can be mixed with cold dishes, dipped in boiled fish, stir-fried, and even bibimbap noodles, which is simply a versatile artifact in the kitchen.

The core ingredient for chopping peppers is, of course, chili peppers. Here it is recommended to choose red millet peppers or sharp peppers, which are not only festive in color, but also have a stronger flavor. If you prefer something a little more mellow, you can mix and match some Chaotian peppers to make it even more spicy.

In addition, garlic, ginger, table salt, and high liquor are also required. The function of liquor is to sterilize and preservative, and it can also make the taste of chopped pepper more fragrant and stronger. As for what kind of liquor to use, it is best to choose more than 50 degrees, and the effect of low-alcohol liquor will be greatly reduced.

Put the chili peppers in a large basin, pour in water and soak for 15 minutes, this step is mainly to remove dust and impurities from the surface. If you have salt or baking soda at home, you can add a little to the water for better stain removal. Then rinse it with water several times, and finally remove it and drain it.

While the peppers are drained, peel the garlic and wash the ginger for later use. At this time, special attention should be paid to keeping all the tools and hands used dry, because in the whole production process of chopping peppers, the most taboo is to get wet. Once wet, it is easy to affect the storage time of the chopped pepper, and it can also make the chopped pepper deteriorate.

After the moisture on the surface of the pepper has dried thoroughly, it is ready to be processed. Break off the roots of the pepper by hand and cut it into small rings with a knife. Here's a little trick, if you don't want to chop too finely, you can cut it directly into small pieces, and friends who like delicate taste can chop it more finely.

After chopping the chili, chop the ginger into minced ginger, and the garlic can be crushed or cut into small pieces.

Once all the ingredients are ready, mix together the chili, ginger, and garlic and chop them with a knife. During the chopping process, you will smell a strong spicy smell, and it is recommended to wear disposable gloves, otherwise your fingers may be hot and painful.

The finer the chopping, the more uniform the texture of the chopped pepper, but don't chop it into a paste, and retain some graininess appropriately to make it more chewy.

Put the chopped chili peppers into a large clean bowl, add an appropriate amount of salt, and pour in a little high liquor. Table salt can help chopped peppers ferment better, and the addition of liquor can not only make the flavor of chopped peppers more mellow, but also play a role in preservatives.

Use chopsticks to mix all ingredients evenly, and be careful to use dry tools to avoid moisture affecting the fermentation effect of chopped peppers.

Find a clean, dry glass bottle and put the chopped peppers in it, you can press it a little to make the chopped peppers firmer. After filling, close the lid tightly and place it in a cool and ventilated place for 5-0 days to allow it to ferment naturally. When the color becomes more bright red and the spicy flavor is more mellow, it is ready to eat.

If you want to enrich the flavor of chopped peppers, you can add a small amount of soy sauce, rice vinegar or Sichuan pepper powder during fermentation, and each spice will bring a different flavor to the chopped peppers.

1. Every time you take chopped peppers, be sure to use a clean, water-free and oil-free spoon to avoid polluting the chopped peppers and affecting the storage time.

2. The longer the chopped pepper is left unplaced, the stronger the flavor will be, and the more fragrant it will be. If you make more than one at a time, you can put it in the refrigerator and keep it for several months.

3. If you prefer a more complex flavor, try adding tempeh or a little sugar to make the chopped pepper taste more layered.

Many people may ask, why do you have to toss yourself when you buy a bottle of chopped pepper in the market for only a few dollars? The answer is very simple, the chopped pepper made by yourself does not have any additives, which is healthy and safe, and the taste is more pure. Moreover, you can eat chopped peppers for months at a time, and every time you eat the delicious taste you make yourself, you will feel very satisfied.

Moreover, compared with the cookie-cutter chopped peppers on the market, you can freely adjust the spiciness according to your taste, you can add more salt if you like heavy flavors, and you can add some sugar appropriately if you like milder ones, so you don't have to worry about "difficult to adjust".

Imagine that one day you steamed a fish at home, and when it was served, you poured a spoonful of your own chopped pepper, and the fresh and slightly spicy taste will really make people appetite. A bite of fish and a bite of chopped pepper rice will really make people can't stop.

So, if you're also a spicy person, you might as well try making a homemade chopped pepper to make sure you never want to buy outside again.