Hi Dave,Somewhere out there I came across a site featuring rotating, drum smokers for turning jalapenos into chipotles, and they worked off gas. I believe the prices began around $100 and went up based on size. Can you help me locate someone who sells these? Thanks very much.–David Hello David:You’re thinking of chile roasters for getting the skins off of New …
Storing Chiles in Oil
Hi Dave,I was wondering if it is possible to store excess peppers in a jar in olive oil?Thanks,ChrisChris:No. The low acidity of chiles and olive oil would cause bacteria to grow like crazy.–Dave
Where to buy Chile Roasters
Hello to you, Dave.I was directed to your site in hopes that you could help me find a place to buy a chile pepper roaster for use at my home in Missouri. I have tons of Big Jims coming now and I’m tired of roasting over a gas grill year after year.–AnneAnne:You can purchase chile roasters from Arizona Chile Roasters …
Drying Cayenne Chiles
Dave:How do I dry my cayenne peppers for future use?–E.Hello E.:See our article on drying peppers.–Dave
Pickled Pepper Ring Recipe
Hello Dave:Today I searched your site and could not find the recipe I’m looking for. Actually, I’ve been searching for some time, and I know this recipe must be around. I could probably "wing it" with a little vinegar and salt (and always some garlic), but perhaps you might have a time-tested recipe lurking in your infernal database that I …