The New Mexico chili gets its name because--as you would expect--it originates from the area in and around that state, and this one is widely used in Southwestern cooking. It is usually available in markets here in Texas, as is the Anaheim chili which is very similar, just grown in different territories but also from the Capsicum annuum species. It can be used fresh in recipes or as an addition to dishes, but most often the chili is roasted. The...
This is a tasty combination of roast chilis and other ingredients that can be used to top enchiladas or burritos or that can act as a stew or chili if you add meat or that can just be enjoyed like a salsa. Ingredients 6 to 8 Green Chilis, Roasted 1 to 2 Poblano Chilis, Roasted 2 to 3 Jalapeno Chilis, Roasted 1 Medium Sweet Onion, Diced 5 to 6 Cloves Garlic, Minced 1 to 2 Tablespoons Oil 4 Cups Broth and/or Water 1 Teaspoon Mexican Oregano 1/2...
Bottom Line: The Cantina Chicken Crispy Tacos from Taco Bell offer a slight twist on that chain’s selections, but they don’t bring much heat.
Taco Bell is at it again. Trying to mix things up to convince us that it has something new in the drive thru, and like so many other places it is doing that by kicking up chicken. The Bell has unveiled its new Cantina Chicken menu that revolves around their latest twist on the bird. This cantina-style...
McDonald's Spicy Chicken McNuggets Return for a Limited Time
The Golden Arches is adding its fan-favorite Spicy Chicken McNuggets back to the menu. These are breaded in a crispy tempura coating and flavorfully spiced with a blend of aged cayenne and chili pepper. They are available in 6, 10, 20, and 40 piece orders and would likely pair nicely with the Savory Chili WcDonald's Sauce (more on that here) if you want to really kick them up. As...
Bottom Line: The Ranchero Chilaquiles Bowl from Taco Cabana is not too filling nor does it bring much heat, but it does offer a tasty breakfast item.
Chilaquiles have become all the rage these days. That may be in part because Food Network’s Guy Fieri loves them and has featured the dish several times on his show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, and it may also be because international cuisine is getting more attention across the country (and the...
Bottom Line: Marie Sharp’s Habanero Pepper Sauce and Melinda’s Original Habanero XXXtra Hot Sauce have similar ingredients and similar tastes, and both should satisfy lovers of habanero sauce
You may have noticed that the bottles of Melinda’s hot sauces are starting to show up everywhere these days, and that is because the company has worked its way to the Number 2 hot sauce brand in the country. But there is another hot sauce brand out...
Smashburger Adds Mango Habanero Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Smashburger is kicking up its menu with a spicy new chicken offering. Following is the description from the press release:
The Mango Habanero Crispy Chicken Sandwich is made with a crispy chicken breast coated in a delicious sweet and spicy tropical-inspired sauce. Perfectly blending the succulent sweet taste of mango with the fiery kick of habanero, the premium handheld is topped with...
This recipe for Toreados (cooked, blistered chili peppers) is quick and easy and you will find yourself hooked on these tasty little firecrackers.
Ingredients Whole Chili Peppers (Jalapenos, Serranos, Sweet Peppers, etc.) Oil Salt Lime Juice Directions Wash and dry the chili peppers. In a skillet, heat one to two tablespoons of oil on medium heat. Add chili peppers and stir often to ensure they cook on all sides. After they are well blistered...
Bottom Line: The Fiery Buffalo Royal Crispy Wrap from Burger King brings some heat, but it is pretty messy as well.
Burger King has added another spicy selection to its line of Royal Crispy Wraps with the Fiery Buffalo wrap. I previously reviewed the first spicy version that they put out (which is still on the menu), and you can read my thoughts on that here. Following is the official description of the new Buffalo version:
The new Fiery Buffalo...
The snack industry continues to spice up the munchies it sends to the shelves because apparently the burn brings the bucks these days. But how many of these selections are really all that spicy? Here is a look at three offerings I have sampled lately with my assessment of their heat levels: Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Tangy Chili Fusion: Cheetos has added yet another item to its Flamin’ Hot line, and I found that I rather enjoyed it. These are the...
