The Easiest Way to Make Green Chilli Flakes #shortsfeed

The Easiest Way to Make Green Chilli Flakes #shortsfeed
The Lazy Way to Make Green Chili Flakes: No Sun, No Oven! 🌶️❄️
Have you ever left for a trip and forgotten fresh produce in your fridge? Usually, that’s a disaster—but with green chilies, it’s a Preservation Miracle. Recently, before leaving for Odisha, I washed some fresh green chilies, patted them dry, and spread them on a tray in the fridge. Two months later, I returned to find the perfect “Freeze-Dried” chilies.

Why the Fridge Method Works?
Refrigerators are naturally low-humidity environments. By leaving the chilies uncovered, the cold air slowly draws out the moisture. This is a form of Slow Dehydration that preserves the vibrant green color and the spicy heat (Capsaicin) better than high-heat oven drying.

The Benefits of Green vs. Red Flakes
Vitamin C Retention: Unlike red chili flakes (which are often sun-dried for long periods), green chili flakes retain more Vitamin C and Beta-carotene because they aren’t exposed to oxidation from heat.

Brighter Flavor: Green chili flakes have a “zesty” and fresh heat that pairs perfectly with pasta, pizza, and even salads.

Gut Friendly: Green chilies are often easier on the stomach than processed red chili powder.

How to Make Your Own
Prep: Wash your chilies and wipe them bone-dry with a cloth.

Spread: Place them in a single layer on a tray. Do not cover them.

Patience: Leave them in the back of the fridge for 6-8 weeks.

Grind: Once they snap like a cracker, pulse them in a blender for 2 seconds. Store in an airtight jar!