Matt Bray 
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 …
Who doesn’t love crispy? But you know what’s better? Crispy with a big, bold spiciness. These super spicy roasted chickpeas have you covered from all ends. Expect this snack to disappear fast. Eating only one—or even a handful—is near impossible. Cayenne pepper powder is the …
Do you have stretch marks on your jalapeño peppers and wondering what that means? Are those pepper stretch marks good? Bad? Something in between? Those jalapeño lines you’re seeing are also called “pepper corking,” and they are a natural part of the aging process of …
If you have ever been to a Japanese steakhouse, you may be familiar with the sauce that they serve with multiple dishes. It is often called Yum Yum sauce but goes by a number of names, including Japanese white sauce and sakura sauce. It is …
All out of ancho powder? Or, more likely, you didn’t have any sitting around in your kitchen in the first place? That’s ok, you won’t have every spice every time, but it’s what you do next that counts. If you don’t have (or can’t find) ancho …
You can bet you’ll be going back for seconds of these pickled jalapeño deviled eggs. It has all that delicious creamy and mustardy flavor you want, plus so much more. Pickled jalapeño peppers amplify the tang and provide a good level of spiciness that most …
Spicy snacking is one of our favorite things to do, though adding smokiness to the table really takes things to another level. These fiery smoked almonds are pure yum and simple to make. Prep only takes 10 minutes and then the remainder of the time …
Anaheim peppers are a type of chili pepper that originated in New Mexico but gained popularity in California, particularly around the city of Anaheim, from which they derive their name. These peppers are typically mild in heat, ranging from 500 to 2,500 on the Scoville …
Korean cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors and intricate balance between spicy, tangy, and savory elements. One dish that ties that all together perfectly is Korean cucumber salad, also known as “Oi Muchim.” This refreshing side dish is a staple in Korean households and …
Mixed nuts and chili pepper are quite the natural pairing. After all, they are a snack that’s full of earthy flavor. And that works so well with heat. And sweet. So it’s no surprise that spicy honey cashews are such a hit whenever they’re around. …