Homemade Yuzu Kosho (Citrus Chili Paste)

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   Wash the yuzu skin well and zest with a microplane or zester.

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   You can also use a knife to carefully slice off the peel, then cut into small pieces.

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   Try not to get any of the white part underneath the skin as it's a bit bitter.

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   Chop up the green chilis and add all ingredients to a mortar & pestle (Japanese suribachi if you have it) or a small food processor.

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   Using a mortar & pestle will bring out the fragrance and flavor of the citrus a bit better.

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   Grind or process until you have a yellow-ish green paste.

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   Scrap into a glass jar (don't use plastic or metal because the yuzu kosho could pick up unwanted flavors).

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   Cover with a bit of plastic wrap and put on the lid.

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   Store in the fridge for several months.

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    It's quite salty and spicy so you only need to use a little at a time!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.