Step 1

If you use homegrown or fresh chillies, you need to dehydrate them.  It is important that they are completely dry.

Step 2

Remove the green stems and cut the chillies lengthwise to remove the seeds. Depending on how much heat you want you can decide to leave the seeds and add them the oil - I always leave them in. Roughly chop them and add them to the bottle.

Step 3

Top the chillies with the oil and close your jar or bottle very tightly.

Step 4

Place the oil in a cold and dark place and let it rest for at least 3 weeks. The time is necessary for the chillies to infuse the oil.