Step 1

Slice your chillies in half and place them on racks cut side up.

Step 2

Heat your dehydrator or oven to 57c (135f).

Step 3

Allow to dry for 12 to 15 hours. The chillies must be crumbly dry with no moisture.

Step 4

Place the dried chillies in a good spice grinder or pestle and mortar until and blend until you have a fine powder. You may need to do this in batches.

Step 5

Store in an air-tight container and use within two months.