Vegetarian Chilli Paste

I  always keep a bottle of homemade vegetarian chilli paste in the fridge. This chilli paste is so versatile, it can be added to an array or rice or noodles dishes and even vegetables. If you like fire in your food as well, here's the recipe on how to make vegetarian chilli paste which stores for weeks in the fridge.

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Ingredients

12-15 dried chillies, soaked in hot water for about 20 min
2-3 red chilli padi (if you want more spice)
1-2 fresh red chili
2-3 shallots
2-3 garlic pods
1 small piece of lemongrass stalk
A pinch of tumeric powder
Salt to taste

1. Put all the ingredients in a blender and make a paste. Do not add water. 
2. Add a pan with oil. Add the paste into the oil and stir well.
3. Cook in oil till it turns fragrant and the raw smell goes.
4. Let the paste cool, store in airtight container and refrigerate.