Chipotle Salsa Negra Dark Chipotle Salsa

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This recipe comes from a saveur special issue in 2005. I'm going to post a series of recipes from this publication for safekeeping. Chipotles are my favorite chile, so this one sounds good!!

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Steps

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Rinse chiles.

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Heat half of the oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

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Add chiles and garlic and cook , stirring , about 5 minutes.

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Set garlic aside.

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Transfer chiles to a bowl and cover with hot water.

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Let soak until soft.

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Drain and remove stems , seeds and veins.

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Pure chiles , garlic and 2 cups water.

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Heat the other 3 tablespoons of oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat.

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When the oil is hot , add the pureed salsa and cook , stirring occasionally , until thickened , about 10 minutes.

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Season to taste with salt.

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Ingredients

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dried chipotle chiles, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, salt