Sri Lanka Fried Chiles

Description
This is the simplest way to fix dried chiles. I am told it is eaten as a snack at movie theaters in Sri Lanka.

Ingredients

 * 24 dried cayenne or Japone chiles
 * 4 tbsp salt
 * 1 quart water
 * oil

Directions

 * 1) Make a brine from the salt and water.
 * 2) Soak the chiles for an hour in the brine.
 * 3) Heat a good quantity of oil.
 * 4) When it's very hot, deep fry the chiles until they are crisp.
 * 5) Drain, salt and serve.