Matt Bray 
Have you experienced a jalapeño with a surprising lack of a kick? If your jalapeños are not as spicy as expected, there are many reasons why it may be the case. Let’s break down what may be happening with your bunch. There’s a natural heat …
Sure, fried rice is already a dish often full of strong flavors, but who denies the Sriracha gods when the perfect use comes around? Sriracha’s delicious heat, and lack of vinegary aftertaste, make it a perfect addition to this dish to deliver some extra oomph. The touch of …
Lentils are so unassuming – small on their own, yet in bulk they sure pack a hearty and earthy punch. This spicy red lentil soup adds a little fire and exotic spice to the lentil’s built-in earthy flavor. All it takes is a single jalapeño …
Do bell peppers have a gender? Some say they do. The idea has been around for a while but only recently has it caught traction. According to the theory, there are distinct male and female peppers and the gender indicates whether a bell pepper has …
Sure you could pick up a bottle of sriracha from your local store, but where’s the fun in that? Well, ok, we can think of lots of ways a bottle of sriracha can liven up a dish, but if you’re ready for a little culinary …
Want a basic salsa recipe that’s delicious as is but that you could use for all sorts of culinary experimentation? Look no further; we’ve got you covered. This simple basic salsa takes very little time to make and is ready for adjustments, additions, and substitutions. …
Sriracha is one of the most popular hot sauces on the planet. Likely you’ve got one sitting in the cupboard right now. But is that the right place for it to be? Does Sriracha need to be refrigerated? Or is it ok for it to …
Hungarian wax peppers are a popular variety of chili pepper that have a tangy, slightly sweet flavor. These chilies are quite versatile – as good fresh as they are pickled (sometimes sold as hot banana peppers or hot wax peppers), as tasty as poppers as …
Madras curry is known for being spicier than your average Thai curry, and that’s certainly true here. This recipe leans into the cayenne pepper – undoubtedly medium heat on the pepper scale (30,000 to 50,000 Scoville heat units). But if that’s too much heat, it’s …
If you’re looking for a little purple pop for your landscaping or garden, purple peppers are an excellent option. They draw the eye not only with their rich royal color, but also with their unique shapes. And, of course, there’s that heat that makes chilies …