Tag: Spicy

While often featured in fiery dishes, the truth is that gongura itself is not spicy. The defining flavor of this leafy green is its bold, tangy, and sour taste, which comes from its high concentration of oxalic acid. Any heat associated with a dish containing gongura is due to the addition of chilis and other spices, not the leaf itself.

Made from natural chilies, lime juice, sea salt, and a fruity kick, Tajin Chamoy is not a single flavor but a complex, addictive experience for your taste buds. The sauce offers a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, sour, and mildly spicy notes, making it a beloved Mexican condiment.

Historically, the term chili con carne literally translates to 'chili with meat'. But does *chile* have meat in it, and are all versions of this popular dish meat-based?

In July 2025, McDonald's officially brought back the fan-favorite Snack Wrap to menus across the United States after a nine-year hiatus. A single Ranch Snack Wrap, featuring a crispy McCrispy strip, contains 390 calories, while the Spicy version also has 390 calories. The calorie count can vary slightly by location and ingredients, but these figures represent the official U.S. offerings.

According to popular food blogs and restaurant copycat recipes, the core of most versions of chipotle ranch is a creamy base of mayonnaise and sour cream combined with the smoky, fiery punch of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. This article will detail exactly what are the main ingredients in Chipotle Ranch to help you understand its distinct flavor profile.

According to Whole30 guidelines, certain condiments like hot sauce are permitted, but only if they strictly adhere to the program's ingredient rules. The key to success is to scrutinize labels for added sugars, cornstarch, and other off-limits additives.

Did you know that offal, or organ meat, is a highly nutritious component of many traditional cuisines worldwide? In the Philippines, this culinary tradition is exemplified by *bopis*, a beloved dish that is a Filipino food with lungs and other internal organs. This flavorful and spicy delicacy is enjoyed as both a main course and a popular beer-matching appetizer, known as *pulutan*.

The phrase 'Holy Guacamole!' is an exclamation of surprise, but when it comes to the dish itself, the ingredients are a carefully balanced combination of fresh, simple components that create a surprisingly delicious and addictive dip. Getting the right mix is key to achieving that perfect flavor profile.

Over 50 varieties of chili peppers are grown in Peru, with the aji amarillo being one of the most popular and versatile. The base ingredients in aji amarillo paste vary slightly between homemade recipes and commercial products, but the star is always the yellow Peruvian pepper itself, blended into a vibrant, fruity, and mildly spicy condiment.

As of 2023, the Guinness World Record for the hottest chili pepper is held by Pepper X, which measures an average of 2.69 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU). This incredible figure directly reflects which pepper has the highest amount of capsaicin, the chemical compound responsible for the burn.