Serrano pepper substitute

What’s A Good Serrano Pepper Substitute?

Serrano peppers are among the most popular chilies, but they can still be surprisingly hard to track down. So what’s a smart serrano pepper substitute that’ll still work with most recipes in case your local grocer doesn’t carry this chili? Let’s break down your three best …

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Is spicy a flavor

Is Spicy A Flavor? Fact Or Fiction

What we call taste is a collection of different senses that includes smell, mouthfeel, and temperature. There are five basic tastes; everything we perceive as flavor combines those tastes. We detect tastes via papillae on the tongue, which are equipped with taste buds. So, fact …

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Fresno pepper substitute

What’s The Best Fresno Pepper Substitute?

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 …

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Is paprika spicy

Is Paprika Spicy?

It may be a surprise to some that paprika, one of the most common spices in the kitchen cabinet, comes from hot peppers. But is paprika spicy? The answer: It depends. It’s a little more complex than you may think. Sure a lot of paprika …

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Can you freeze pico de gallo?

Can You Freeze Pico de Gallo?

Pico de gallo translates to “the beak of the rooster” or “rooster’s beak” and is a form of salsa made with fresh ingredients — it is classified as a salsa fresca. As such, it differs from traditional salsa by having less moisture. Typical pico de …

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How Long Do Bell Peppers Last

How Long Do Bell Peppers Last?

Have some bell peppers and you aren’t sure of their freshness? How long do bell peppers last, really? Bell peppers have a limited shelf life, like all fresh produce. While the type of pepper can affect shelf life, how they are stored can have an …

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