Fresh jalapeños for a garden grassy bite… Have a few extra jalapeño peppers around or just looking for a spicy alternative to everyday ketchup? Fuel your favorite condiment with a fresh, grassy bite. Jalapeño ketchup tastes great on grilled burgers and hot dogs (if you are one of “those” ketchup-on-hot-dog people. PS: We are too!) And […]
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Spanish Paprika 101: Much More Than Smoked
Like Hungary’s passion for paprika, Spain also has a love affair with this shock-red spice. It’s deep-rooted in history and more, much more, than the smoked paprika that may first come to mind. Let’s take a deeper look at Spanish paprika – where it came from and what makes its many types tick – so […]
Spicy Za’atar Seasoning
Talk about fiery and exotic… The popular Moroccan seasoning, za’atar is one versatile Middle Eastern spice. Any authentic Middle Eastern meal’s flavor can be lifted with the inclusion of this seasoning blend, but do look beyond the obvious hummus and baba ganoush. It’s a bold mix of flavors to add to dips, sprinkle on breads, […]
Hungarian Paprika 101: The Spice Of A Nation
Few countries are as entwined with a spice as Hungary is with paprika. It’s officially the national spice of Hungary and there’s a real cultural pride for this fiery red powder. There are two paprika festivals and even two paprika museums. Plus, paprika is crucial to authentic Hungarian cuisine, from goulash to paprikash. So how […]
What is Paprika? The Story Behind The Spice
No kitchen is complete without paprika. It’s a spice rack staple – the fourth most popular spice in the world – found right next to salt and pepper in many a cabinet. But what is paprika really? It’s made from dried and ground peppers that are part of the Capsicum annuum species of peppers, but this is […]
Mango Chipotle BBQ Sauce
Tropical sweet, smoke, and heat… Mango chipotle BBQ sauce brings a Hawaiian tropical flair to your spicy BBQ, but with that smoky twist that chipotle peppers do so well. It’s a mix of sweet, smoke, and heat that really brings it to your taste buds – tangy and fruity, fiery and earthy. This BBQ sauce […]
Jalapeño Popcorn
Adding a fresh spicy flavor to your snack food fave… Popcorn is a perfect snack for bringing “spicy” to life. It’s tasty but rather neutral in flavor, making it a terrific culinary base by which to play with peppers, for both their heat and overall flavor. For instance, jalapeño popcorn uses fresh jalapeños to bring […]
Bombay Potatoes
An aromatic and exotic potato side… If you’re thinking curry for dinner, Bombay potatoes should be right in tow. Chock full of exotic Indian flavors and fiery spices, they are a perfect pairing for bold curries and other hearty Indian dishes. The heat comes from many sources here: cayenne pepper, chili powder, and garam masala […]
Sriracha Ranch Dressing
Creamy smooth with Rooster sauce kick… Spicy salad dressings turn your everyday greens into salads with serious attitude. Sriracha ranch dressing is a perfect mix of “smooth and fresh” meets tangy heat. Plus the garlic in the Sriracha sauce (with a pinch more of garlic powder) gives a boost of “bam!” to this dressing. Use […]
Sweet And Spicy French Dressing
From greens to taco salad? Yes… French dressing is sort of a salad dressing secret weapon. It’s of course a delicious greens topper for those that love sweet and tangy dressings. But French dressing (Catalina dressing too) also make a yummy sauce base for taco salads. Yes, it’s true – see a real delicious taco […]
