1 pound red chili peppers, stems removed Thai is traditional, but red jalapenos, serranos and cayenne peppers are good substitutes
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon lime juice
Preparation
Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or other grinder.
Grind until a coarse paste forms. You can strain out some of the excess liquid if you'd like.
Add to a jar and cover. Refrigerate until ready to use.