Matt Bray 
Anchos and pasillas are two kinds of dried chili peppers that are also staple ingredients to keep around if you plan on cooking Mexican food regularly. Both chilies are musts for authentic Mexican mole and are part of what many consider to be the holy …
The Apollo pepper and the Carolina Reaper are two of the hottest peppers in the world. One (the Reaper) is a known, and very popular chili, and the other (the Apollo) is an up-and-comer with scorching heat. So, hot does their heat compare? How different …
Carolina Reapers and jalapenos are two of the most popular chilies on the planet. But how do they compare? Yes, most know the Carolina Reaper is hotter, but how much hotter? How different do they look? And is one easier to find than the other? …
Whether it’s summer barbecue time or you’re ready for a little heat during the cold months, jalapeño burgers turn the popular basic burger into something fiery and bold. This recipe is so easy to make that even junior grill masters can pull it off with little …
Fresno and jalapeño peppers are two medium-sized chilis that often get mistaken for each other. They do have similar appearances, but how alike are they outside of that? Is the Fresno chili hotter than the jalapeño, or vice versa? Is one more popular than the …
The mild Anaheim pepper is increasingly available around the world, but say you’ve simply not been able to find them for your recipe.  Or perhaps you’re ready for something with a little more heat that won’t alter a meal’s overall flavor too much. Where do you turn? …
Curry can be fun to make at home, but some versions can be especially spicy. If you are working with a spicy curry powder, you won’t be able to increase the other flavors without also increasing the heat. All that said, you can tone down …
Talk about bold, this citrus habanero vinaigrette provides a solid smack of heat with a delicious citrus twist. It’s light and refreshing, yet wicked spicy. Try it over salads of all types, especially mixed with tropical fruits. It’s also delicious on greens paired against grilled …
Chiltepin chilies are also known as chile tepin or bird peppers — the latter nickname comes from the fact that birds love the pepper, consume it heavily (because of their tiny size) and spread the seeds. Pequin peppers — also called piquin peppers — get …
Chipotle cinnamon rub is a seasoning mix that works no matter the weather outside. The chipotle pepper powder (and pinch of cayenne) provides a smoky heat, while the cinnamon adds that comforting sweet warmth that’s so loved during cooler months. Use it as a rub …