Just made my first red chili last week with dried pods. Beats any I have been able to find in the stores.
I soaked it in water overnight, added a little garlic and oregano, blended it then brought it to a boil for a few minutes. I had to add some Hatch extra hot chili powder because the only pods available were mild. Good stuff on eggs and in soup too.
Thanks for the lesson on the tacos.
