How to eat dried peppers? The secret of the most popular eating methods on the Internet
Recently, the way to eat sun-dried chili peppers has become a hot topic on social platforms, especially the creative cooking methods of homemade dried chili peppers. The following is structured content compiled based on popular discussions across the Internet in the past 10 days, covering the methods of eating dried chili peppers, precautions and popular combinations.
1. Ranking of the 5 most popular ways to eat dried chili peppers
| Ranking | How to eat | heat index | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spicy oil | ★★★★★ | Noodles/Dips |
| 2 | Stir-fried Pork with Dried Chili Peppers | ★★★★☆ | Home cooking |
| 3 | paprika to taste | ★★★☆☆ | BBQ/Hot Pot |
| 4 | Making pickled peppers | ★★★☆☆ | pickled food |
| 5 | dried chili paste | ★★☆☆☆ | Snacks to accompany meals |
2. Three key steps for sun-drying chili peppers
1.Material selection processing:Choose fresh peppers that are intact and undamaged, wash and dry the surface moisture thoroughly, and keep the pepper stems to prevent mildew.
2.Drying tips:Spread flatly on a bamboo sieve, place in a ventilated and rain-proof place, and turn it 2-3 times a day. A recent hot discussion pointed out that the best drying time in the 30° north latitude is 9:00-15:00.
3.Drying standard:Peppers are qualified if they are bent and not easy to break, and the moisture content should be controlled below 12% (according to the latest data from the agricultural department).
3. Creative formulas recommended by netizens
| Recipe name | Material ratio | Production points |
|---|---|---|
| Internet celebrity spicy oil | Dried chili pepper:rapeseed oil=1:3 | The oil temperature is controlled at 180℃ and poured in in batches. |
| Sichuan chili powder | Erjingtiao: millet spicy=7:3 | Mixed peppercorns roasted and ground |
| Thai dip | Dried chili + fish sauce + lime juice | Need to add roasted glutinous rice flour |
4. Things to note (recent hot topics of discussion)
1.Food safety:Users on the Douyin platform reported that moldy dried peppers will produce aflatoxin, and it is recommended to soak them in 5% salt water for disinfection before drying.
2.Storage method:Weibo super chat discussion showed that the storage method of vacuum packaging + desiccant can extend the shelf life to 18 months.
3.Spicy control:Actual measurement data from Xiaohongshu Master shows that about 15% of capsaicin is lost after sun-drying. It is recommended that those who are addicted to spicy food choose Chaotian pepper and other varieties.
5. Comparison of regional special eating methods
| area | Featured practices | core seasoning |
|---|---|---|
| Hunan | Steamed fish head with chopped pepper | Tea oil+tempeh |
| Yunnan | Spicy when dipped in water | Pasted chili + wood ginger seeds |
| Shaanxi | Spicy noodles | Qin pepper + sesame |
Conclusion:According to the latest Zhihu survey, 83% of respondents believe that homemade dried chili peppers are more fragrant than commercially available products. After mastering the correct processing method, sun-dried peppers can not only extend the storage time, but also create rich flavors. It is recommended that first-time tryers start with simple chili oil and gradually explore more possibilities.
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