Pico de gallo is one of the things I most look forward to in the summer. I love to grow tomatoes in my backyard, and there is NOTHING that compares to pico made with fresh, homegrown tomatoes. If you don’t grow your own, seek out the freshest tomatoes possible from a local CSA or farmer’s…
You may have just whipped up a huge batch of homemade hot sauce, or maybe you found your favorite brand on clearance and bought way too much. Either way, the good news is that you can safely freeze hot sauce for years in order to extend its shelf life (or just to make more room…
As Americans, we often think of Mexican food as synonymous with spicy. Chilies are native plants to Mexico and Central America, and they have been used as both food and medicine for centuries. Jalapeños, serranos, and habanero peppers are very common in Mexico and are widely used as a spicy element and flavoring in…
This is one spicy dish you don’t want to miss out on. As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s time to start thinking about the things that do the most to keep you warm. Eating spicy food is a great way to fill your tummy and your heart, and this warming…
If you’re looking for a spicy ketchup recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This spicy ketchup recipe is simple and easy to make, and it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or easy lunch. Everyone has their own favorite condiments, and ketchup is one of the most popular sauces in America. Everyone has their own…
What is spicy mayo? Spicy mayo is exactly what it sounds like — mayonnaise with added spice. More interesting than plain mayo, it makes the perfect dipping sauce or spread. What is spicy mayo made of? Spicy mayo is an easy two-ingredient recipe, consisting only of mayonnaise and Sriracha. The mayo makes it rich and…
Most condiments are stuffed with junk – sugar, preservatives, fat, and more! We’re always told to eat less salad dressing, go easy on the ketchup, be wary of sauces. Hot sauce is a great exception to this rule. In fact not only is it diet friendly, including Atkins and ketogenic diets, it has a whole…
Hot sauce is one of the world’s favorite condiments. Rich and fatty, light and delicate — nearly all of our favorite foods can be made better with a dash of the good stuff. If you can’t get enough of the burn, here are 5 fascinating hot sauce facts to inspire you. Over 54% of households…
It’s tricky to pin down the origin of hot sauce. It’s clear that people have been using hot chili peppers for some time in cooking, but harder to identify when we went from using chili peppers and spices, to creating spicy sauces. History of the Chili Pepper Archaeological excavations have revealed that we have cultivated…