Hawaiian Chili Pepper Water
This is a popular condiment in Hawaii! It goes great with rice and Asian-style dishes and it’s easy to make. Remember to keep it refrigerated to preserve the flavor and color.
Servings Prep Time
1pint 5minutes
Cook Time
8 hours
Servings Prep Time
1pint 5minutes
Cook Time
8 hours
Ingredients
  • 4-8 dried hot red chili peppers
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 quarter-sized slices fresh gingerbruised
  • 1 garlic clovepeeled and cut into thin strips, or you can leave it whole
  • 1tsp salt
  • 2cups hot waternot boiling
Instructions
  1. Combine the ingredients in a clean and sterilized pint (500 mL) bottle or jar. Pour in about 2 cups of hot water and let the mixture steep at room temperature overnight. Refrigerate in the morning.