Step 1

Place the dried chilies in a bowl and add about 2 cups of boiling water.

Step 2

Let it rest for about 15 minutes, until the chilies are softened.

Step 3

Chop the onion and carrot into smaller pieces.

Step 4

Drain the chilies, but reserve the water.

Step 5

Cut the softened chilies into smaller pieces.

Step 6

In a food processor, combine the chilies, bouillon powder, onion, carrot, sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, cumin, salt, black pepper and molasses in the food processor.

Step 7

Add hot sauce, if using.

Step 8

Add 1 cup of the reserved liquid and process well, until all ingredients are mixed and pureed.