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condiments When a squirt , dollop or schmear is needed to liven up a recipe , there is a whole world of support flavours to discover .
SWEET HEATY
This prized import made from Calabrian chiles packs fruity sweet notes with heat , making it a versatile spice bomb that works into a range of recipes .
PECK OF PICKLES
We got hooked on this go-to condiment of Indian cuisine after tasting it at the buffet , now lime pickles ’ salty , spicy saucy blend add a dollop of dazzle to more than obvious basmati rice . Try it on meats , pasta and anything bland that needs a bit of sass .
BANG BANG SHEBANG
Gochujang , a crucial component of Korean cuisine is characterized by its bright red colour and sweet hot profile that comes from fermented chiles – ultimately delivering a bit spicy , salty , funky and savoury . A little goes a long way in marinades for meat dishes ( it ’ s a winner on wings ) or stirred into dipping sauces . It also adds smoky intensity to western dishes like ragus and stews .
CUTE SWEET MAYO
Kewpie a Japanese brand of mayo , recognizable for its cherub-esque baby logo , is a tangy sweeter version of North American mayonnaise , made of pasteurized egg yolks rather than whole eggs . Its silky sweet flavour profile makes it ideal for fruit salads , egg and meat salads , but really it works wherever you need a little saucy flavour punch .
TOASTED CRISP
This Chinese staple used lavishly on noodles and dim sum delivers as much crunch as it does salty , sweet , nutty heat with its concoction of fried garlic , onions , sesames and chile flakes . Chile crisp adds such a delicious dose of umami to everything it touches – from meats and veggies to cheese and crackers we can ’ t imagine a meal without it .
8 ciao ! / aug / sep / two thousand twenty-three