Spicy Cherry Jam
A sweet and tangy cherry jam with serrano heat and a little red bell pepper. A small-batch refrigerator jam for toast, cheese boards and glazes.
Matt Bray
Pepperoncini Vs. Jalapeño – How Do They Compare?
Jalapeño peppers and pepperoncini are two of the more common chili peppers you’ll find at grocers, and they are each well-loved by spicy food fans around the world. But how similar are they really? Do they share similar heat profiles? Are they used in the same fashion? …
Eight Habanero Varieties That You Should Know
Habanero peppers get their name from the city of Havana in Cuba, which is La Habana in Spanish. Despite the name, habanero chilies originated on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, where they are still cultivated today. Habaneros are no longer at the top of the list of …
What’s In Chili Powder?
Chili powder is the original Tex-Mex seasoning. It is a blend of spices that a Texan named William Gebhardt put together to make it easy for Americans to replicate the flavor profile of the chili dish, a stew also known as chili con carne. It …
Why Is There A Rooster On Sriracha Bottles?
Sriracha is an iconic hot sauce, not just for its versatile flavor but also because of its packaging. You most likely have seen the squeeze bottles with the green tops in the condiment aisles of your local grocery stores. The bottles are a distinctive part …
Creole Vs. Jerk Seasoning – How Do They Compare?
Both Creole seasoning and jerk seasoning come from a mix of European, African, and Native American cultures in the New World. The histories of these two spice mixes have close connections to slavery and colonialism, but they have evolved to become important components in the …
Eight Delicious Gochujang Uses
Gochujang has been a part of Korea’s food culture for over 1,000 years but only recently has it become popular among Westerners. Gochujang is made with meju, which is dried and fermented soybeans. The meju is combined with rice flour, salt, and a significant amount …
Chipotle Powder Vs. Chili Powder – How Do They Compare?
One’s a staple and the other is an up-and-comer in terms of spice rack popularity. They share a similar look and a fine powder grind. But how similar are chipotle powder and chili powder beyond these simple traits? Is one spicier? Should you expect comparable …
Gochujang Vs. Sriracha – How Do They Compare?
Gochujang and sriracha are two chili pepper preparations that look similar and offer similarly understated spice levels. Gochujang is sometimes referred to as Korean sriracha; however, they have some important differences and are not interchangeable. Let’s compare these two fiery condiments so that you can …
What’s A Good Bell Pepper Substitute?
Bell peppers are everywhere, of course, but that doesn’t mean that trying an alternative from time to time isn’t worth the culinary adventure! Whether you’re looking for an alternative to the grassy bright flavor of the bell or you’re simply ready to explore peppers with …
