What are Mexican Ristras?
The Mexican Ristras is the oldest traditional method of drying the chillies. Mexicans tie the chillies with cotton string also called ristras. There are many different methods of making Mexican ristras. The chillies could be tied in a cluster, two three chillies, or just single chilli per knot. When hung Mexican ristras look so beautiful, that it is used for decorative purpose too.