How to dry chillies
Find out how to dry chillies after harvesting, so you can use them throughout winter.
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Chillies are easy to grow, in a greenhouse, on a sunny windowsill, or outdoors. They are attractive plants that give plenty of fruits.
Chillies have a short harvesting 'window' in summer for using fresh. So it's a good idea to harvest and dry them for use throughout winter. Here's how to do it.
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You Will Need
- Scissors
- Large needle
- Cotton or fishing line
Total time: 30 minutes
Step 1
Use sharp scissors or secateurs to remove chillies from the plant, keeping the green cap and stalk above each fruit intact. Throw away any rotten fruit.
Step 2
Using a large needle with strong cotton or fishing line, thread the chillies down the line through the green stalk.
Step 3
Hang them up inside, somewhere warm and dry. They can be used straight from the string, and make fantastic Christmas decorations.
Find out more about preserving your harvests.
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