Ancho Chili Paste 8 dried anchos, seeded 2 cloves garlic 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon salt Prepare chilies by cracking them open and removing seeds and veins and stems. Cover with hot water. Soak for 1 hour. Drain, but reserve the soaking liquid. Place pepper skins in blender and add enough of the water so that the total amount in the blender is 2 cups. Add remaining ingredients and blend until thick and smooth. Done.