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You Should Peel Your Dried Chiles

Every pantry needs a few varieties of dried chiles. If you have a decent stash, you need little more than to add them to some hot water in a blender to whip up a rich, flavorful sauce at a moment’s notice. The only drawback is dealing with the skins, which never break down no matter how long you soak them—meaning you have to strain them out. Or do you?