Matt Bray 
Crushed red pepper (a.k.a. red pepper flakes) is a convenient way to add spiciness to various dishes since it is easy to measure out. The heat is usually moderate but quickly becomes overwhelming if you go overboard. You can use the tips below to rescue …
It may come as a surprise (to some) that bell peppers are technically chili peppers. What isn’t a surprise (to most) is bell peppers have no heat. But is that always true? Are bell peppers spicy, ever? Or is it always that zero placeholder on …
Serrano peppers are among the most popular chilies, but they can still be surprisingly hard to track down. So what’s a smart serrano pepper substitute that’ll still work with most recipes in case your local grocer doesn’t carry this chili? Let’s break down your three best …
Sambal salamat is a salsa-style condiment that is very common in Indonesia. It may be added to anything from rice and noodles to eggs, meat, or soups. Often used to add some extra spice to a dish, you should use it sparingly (unless you love the …
What we call taste is a collection of different senses that includes smell, mouthfeel, and temperature. There are five basic tastes; everything we perceive as flavor combines those tastes. We detect tastes via papillae on the tongue, which are equipped with taste buds. So, fact …
The Jimmy Nardello pepper is a sweet, fruity, thin-skinned, horn-shaped pepper that ripens to a bright red when mature. It’s an heirloom variety, meaning it’s been passed down through generations of gardeners. The pepper is known for its unique flavor, which is described as sweet …
Bibimbap is actually a traditional Korean rice dish — this sauce is what you would expect to have it served with. The sauce is delicious with all sorts of Korean food and Asian stir-fries. But don’t stop there: Bibimbap sauce is actually quite versatile in …
Cayenne pepper is one of the most popular chili peppers in the world. In dried form, it’s found a home in most well-stocked spice racks for its ability to quickly add a little spiciness to a meal. Fresh, it’s used in many recipes for its …
Chili peppers come in many colors. In fact, they’re so colorful that they have as much love as edible landscaping as they do in the kitchen. Our yellow peppers guide helps you match pepper color to taste and heat, so you can find that perfect …
Companion planting is an age-old planting method that allows you to get the most out of your vegetable garden by growing different plants together. Companion planting not only promotes healthier growth of your peppers but also offers other surprising benefits. What benefits? And which plants are best? …