Chipotle peppers and chocolate are a pairing made heaven. Chipotle’s smoky and earthy undertones pair so well with rich and earthy chocolate. So what’s a better vehicle than chocolate chip cookies to get these two flavors together? The answer is, in Spinal Tap form…None. None more …
If you love the taste of smoky, chocolaty Mexican mole sauce, infusing bitters with similar spices brings a unique and delicious touch to your cocktails. Mole bitters are perfect for Mexican liquors like tequila or a Mexican dark rum, or try a few drops (instead of …
Dark, sweet cherry is one of the few flavors that can stand up to a habanero without getting flattened, and this sauce puts them together on purpose. Cider vinegar keeps it tangy, chipotle powder adds a curl of smoke, and the habanero brings the fire. …
If you’re looking for a salsa that pairs perfectly with fish tacos, look no further than this jalapeño mango salsa recipe. It’s simple to make, yet full of tropical sweet and spicy bite. It’s perfect as a topper or side for your fish taco favorites, …
Sweet fruits always pair well with fiery chili peppers, but you don’t always need to reach for those tropical options. Sweet peaches are an excellent alternative, too. And they’re bold enough in flavor to hold their own against the tropical fire inside those habanero peppers. …
As salsa peppers go, there are few better than scotch bonnet peppers. Their extra-hot spiciness is on par with its cousin, the habanero (100,000 to 350,000 Scoville heat units.) And the scotch bonnet’s natural sweetness pairs very well with many common salsa flavors. Because of …
Simple recipes look at Texas caviar and contemplate why they’re so complex. After all, Texas caviar is simply a mishmash of nine ingredients, chopped, and stirred together. But oh how good it is… There’s that zip of jalapeño, that earthiness of black beans, and that sweetness …
As the name might suggest, piri piri hellfire brandy is not for the faint-hearted. Picture standing at the gates of hell and sucking up the fire through a straw. Now, this isn’t a cocktail. It’s actually a traditional Portuguese condiment enjoyed drizzled over BBQ chicken. While …
As you might expect, there’s a decent amount of zing in this lemon and jalapeño pasta. With its fresh, citrusy flavor and grassy and bright jalapeño kick, it’s the sort of pasta that just wakes up the tastebuds. Plus, it’s easy to make. It only …
Thanks to our community member Uhclem for sharing this extra fiery habanero cornbread recipe. It’s a perfect recipe to pair with spicy barbecue or chili con carne. We bet it’s also delicious as a fiery breakfast side with eggs or grits. Forget that extra cup …
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