Pepper vinegar—the aromatic, piquant liquid from chiles that have been pickled for at least 3 weeks—is a household staple in many parts of the South. It is used in the kitchen and on the table to liven up stews and vegetable dishes. Store-bought pepper vinegar is available in southern supermarkets and West Indian markets.
Every sauce needs a few secrets. Ours is smoky, sweet, and savory—use it for burgers, fries, tenders, and more.
Tangy and sunny, this curd can be made with either fresh or frozen pulp.
A pinch of sugar in the spice rub ensures picture-perfect grill marks with layers of flavor.
Fluffier, fresher, and fancier than anything from a tub or can.
Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.
A little shrimp paste goes a long, long, long way in this delicious vegetable dish.
Developed in the 1980s by a chef in Hong Kong, this sauce is all about umami.
An espresso-and-cumin-spiked rub (or brine) gives this smoked chicken impressive flavor.