To bring them back to life, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes until they plump up like a happy sponge. Then blend them into moles, salsas, or chili.
Drying Chiles and How to Cook with Them | One tomato, two tomato
You can also grind them into powder for a smoky, mild spice that’s killer on popcorn, eggs, or chocolate desserts. Yes, chocolate and chiles are soulmates.
Feeling fancy? Toast the dried chiles in a dry skillet before soaking. It wakes up the oils and makes your kitchen smell like a Mexican kitchen crossed with a campfire.
