Matt Bray 
What’s BBQ or chili without some cornbread? And we’d add to that, “What’s cornbread without some chili peppers?” Jalapeño cornbread muffins are one of the tastiest sides known to man for rich barbecue flavors and chili soups, and we don’t think that’s an exaggeration at …
Akin to Western barbecue sauce, hoisin sauce is a delicious sweet and spicy mix that’s a must for many authentic Asian meals. And it’s a terrific barbecue sauce alternative for grilled meats. Hoisin sauce is carried in most supermarkets with international food sections, but where can …
We don’t make it a secret at PepperScale that there’s a favorite hot pepper in-house. The scotch bonnet has been top-of-the-list for us for nearly two decades of chili pepper eating. Its kick of heat (comparable to a habanero) along with its subtle tropical sweetness …
Maybe it’s the simplicity of pickled jalapeños that makes them such a universal favorite for spicy food fans of all levels. It’s just pickling juice and pepper, simple as that. Tang and heat. That’s pure joy in our books. Pickled jalapeños are, of course, easy …
Looking for something simple and smoky to pair with your grilled meats and BBQ? This smoky chipotle potato salad is a perfect match. It’s not thick on the sauce—instead, it lets the chipotle peppers and adobo sauce do their job. They provide a nice smoky …
Scotch bonnet peppers are a type of chili pepper hailing from the Caribbean and known for their intense heat and unique fruity flavor. Named for their resemblance to the traditional Scottish tam o’ shanter hats, these peppers are a staple in Caribbean cuisine, adding a …
This is a macaroni and cheese that is super times two. Super fiery and super creamy, habanero mac and cheese will certainly delight those more extreme eaters at your table. It’s bold bite comfort food at its best – a great side for steaks and …
Thanks to our fellow spicy food fan Curtis Farmer for this delicious-looking fermented mango habanero hot sauce recipe. The fermentation process adds a special tanginess here and allows the recipe to reduce the overall amount of vinegar often used. The result? The other delicious ingredients …
Hot peppers make for some incredible cooking, but they can be tricky (and painful) to work with in the kitchen. Take, for instance, the intense pain of chili burn. It’s bad enough experiencing it on your fingers or in your mouth, but how about a …
Pasilla peppers are one of the “Holy Trinity” of Mexican mole chilies, so—with the rise in popularity of authentic Mexican cuisine—the pasilla’s popularity is also rising around the world. But, depending on where you live, they can be tough to find. So what are your options if this …