Matt Bray 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? …
Chili peppers are known for their bright and bold colors — from shades of green and red to bold purple, sunny orange, and subtle cream. But few may be as dramatic as black peppers. They may not be as prevalent as the colorful chilies you’ll …
While our other spicy maple syrup recipe (see it here) focuses on pure heat with the neutral-tasting cayenne pepper, this one is about adding something more to the sweetness. Here it’s all about the smokiness behind chipotle peppers. That earthy smoky undertone pairs so perfectly with …
Peppers are one of the best vegetables you can grow yourself — they are relatively easy to grow, full of nutrition, and versatile in dishes. Still, there is plenty to understand about getting the best harvest possible. One of the critical factors for growing peppers …
Habanero lemonade plays with fire in all the right ways. This is one seriously bold drink that’s full of contrasts: tangy and sweet, fiery and thirst quenching. And (for the adults over 21 in the room), it’s a delicious pairing with vodka or bourbon for …
The Fresno pepper is a darling chili among foodies for its very eatable medium heat and, when red, subtle smokiness. More recipes than ever are calling for this chili. But say your local store doesn’t carry them fresh. What options do you have? What’s the …
Healthy and delicious! Tropical fruits and chili peppers are a perfect natural pairing. For instance, mango and chili powder makes a super-tasty (and super-healthy) snack or dessert. Best of all, the mango is one of the more versatile fruits in terms of edibility throughout their ripening …
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