So cayenne-based crushed red pepper just isn’t hot enough for you? That’s ok. Habanero peppers can amp things up quite nicely. Habanero flakes can work anywhere you’d use generic red pepper flakes, with a couple of flavor twists. There’s an ever-so-slight hint of sweetness to them that you …
Whether for the German favorite currywurst or simply as a delicious french fry dipper, you just can’t go wrong with curry ketchup. It’s sweet and tangy, with a yummy exotic spice undertone. Try curry ketchup with sweet potato fries. It’s really really good. Cayenne pepper …
Habanero chocolate sauce is a mighty step up from our cayenne chocolate sauce recipe. Habanero pepper ranges 100,000 to 350,000 Scoville heat units while cayenne a “mere” 30,000 – 50,000 SHU. Cayenne is plenty hot for most people, so know that going in. Habanero has …
Talk about things that sting. Sriracha sauce and horseradish pair up in this spicy cocktail sauce to bring extra oomph to your shrimp cocktail and seafood. It’s a bold pairing that friends and family will love. Plus, it’s really easy to make, so you’re party-ready …
There’s a real depth to the flavor of an ancho coffee rub. Espresso provides a rich, earthy, and deliciously bitter base. And the ancho powder doubles down on the earthiness, with undertones of smoky and sweet. Plus, there are hints of garlic and mustard beneath …
Here’s the simple truth: Any homemade taco seasoning is going to be much healthier than those store-bought packets. Those packets contain preservatives, anti-caking agents, and other non-spice ingredients to prolong their shelf-life. So if you’re looking for a typical homemade taco spice mix, take a …
Fajita night and no fajita marinade or seasoning in sight? It’s ok – if you have a well stocked spice rack, you can make a delicious homemade fajita seasoning in no time at all. Cayenne pepper provides the spiciness here, as well as smoked paprika. …
Indian spices are always aromatic and savory, and we love them so – especially when they have a healthy dose of dried red chilies in the mix. This homemade chaat masala recipe delivers there, plus you can optionally add paprika for a little more warmth …
Want to heighten the flavor of your Japanese fare? Try your hand at making this shichimi togarashi recipe the next time you’re up for an exotic twist. This delicious Japanese spice mixture is also known as seven-spice seasoning, as it near always contains seven ingredients. There’s …
Spicy cherry jam has that perfect level of “sweet and tangy.” It’s sweet enough to work well with a simple piece of toast. And it’s tangy enough to hold its own with a strong cheese. Plus, it’s simple enough to make on the fly to …