How to Remedy Hot Pepper Hands: An Easy Way to Stop the Burn

Eating hot chiles is one thing, but preparing and chopping them can present a whole new set of challenges—especially for your hands. Here's a way to stop the chile pepper burn.

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Sure, you can use gloves when handling hot chiles, but sometimes it's hard to grip your knife when wearing rubber gloves. Keep a bottle of vinegar or alcohol nearby. Rubbing a little on your hands after chopping chiles cures the burning.

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