Step 1

Start with fresh, ripe chipotle peppers. Wash them thoroughly and pat them dry using a clean tea towel or kitchen paper.

Step 2

Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and stem.

Step 3

Place the peppers on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool. Once they're cool enough to handle, place them in a food dehydrator.

Step 5

Set the dehydrator to 125 degrees Fahrenheit and let it run until the peppers are completely dried out, which will take about 12 hours.

Step 6

Once the peppers are fully dried, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. They'll keep for up to 6 months.