Condiments are the small flavor boosters that sit beside the plate: chili oils, sambals, relishes, chutneys, spiced vinegar, pickles, and table sauces.
How to Make Smoky Harissa for Delicious Dishes
Smoky North African Chili Paste for Grilled Meats, Eggs, Couscous, and Roasted Veggies Harissa is a fiery red chili paste strongly associated...
Ssamjang (Korean Spicy Soybean Dipping Sauce)
Ssamjang is the essential Korean dipping sauce for lettuce wraps (ssam). Thick, umami-rich, and gently spicy, it blends fermented soybean paste with gochujang,…
Skordalia (Greek Garlic–Potato Dip)
Skordalia is a traditional Greek dip made by blending warm potatoes with garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, and lemon. It’s silky, pungent, and irresistibly…
Mojo Rojo (Canary Islands Red Pepper & Paprika Sauce)
Mojo Rojo is a classic sauce from Spain’s Canary Islands—bold with roasted red peppers, paprika, garlic, and vinegar. It’s the traditional partner for papas…
Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce)
Toum is a classic Lebanese garlic sauce—silky, pungent, and 100% plant-based. Made by emulsifying fresh garlic with oil, lemon, and ice water, it’s…
Zhoug (Yemeni Cilantro Chili Sauce)
Zhoug (also spelled zhug or skhug) is a bold green chili sauce from Yemen that spread across the Middle East. It’s bright with cilantro, spicy from…
Shatta (Egyptian Chili Sauce)
Shatta is a punchy Egyptian chili sauce that’s fresh, fiery, and citrusy. Made with red chilies, garlic, lemon, and vinegar, it’s a staple…
Coconut Chutney (South Indian Fresh Coconut Dip)
Coconut Chutney is a quintessential South Indian condiment made with freshly grated coconut, green chilies, ginger, and roasted chana dal, finished with a…
Mint-Coriander Chutney (Indian Green Chutney)
Mint-Coriander Chutney is a bright, zesty Indian condiment made with fresh cilantro, mint, green chilies, lemon, and warm spices. It’s the essential green…
Aioli (Provençal Garlic Emulsion)
Aioli is a thick, garlicky sauce from Provence traditionally made by emulsifying garlic and olive oil with salt. Modern versions often add egg…
Peanut Satay Sauce (Indonesian–Malaysian Peanut Sauce)
Peanut Satay Sauce is a classic Southeast Asian condiment that’s creamy, nutty, and balanced with sweetness, heat, and tang. Traditionally served with grilled…
Ginger Scallion Sauce (Chinese Aromatic Allium Sauce)
Ginger Scallion Sauce is a bright, savory Chinese condiment made by blooming fresh scallions and ginger with hot oil. Salty, aromatic, and versatile,…
Romesco Sauce (Spanish Roasted Red Pepper & Almond Sauce)
Romesco is a smoky, nutty Spanish sauce from Catalonia made with roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, and sherry vinegar. Thickened with toasted bread…
Nam Jim Jaew (Thai Spicy Tamarind Dipping Sauce)
Nam Jim Jaew is a fiery, tangy, and deeply savory sauce from northeastern Thailand (Isan), traditionally served with grilled meats like steak, chicken,…
Gochujang Dipping Sauce
Sweet, Spicy & Savory Korean-Inspired Sauce This bold and balanced Gochujang Dipping Sauce combines the umami-rich depth of Korean chili paste with tangy vinegar,...
Bagna Cauda
Bagna Cauda: The Warm Piedmontese Dip Bagna cauda (literally “hot bath” in Piedmontese dialect) is a communal dipping sauce hailing from Italy’s...
Sauce Choron Recipe
A tomato‑kissed variation of Hollandaise, Sauce Choron was popularized by Paris’s famed Café Anglais chef Choron in the 19th century. It’s superb with grilled seafood,...
Sawsawang Suka (Spiced Vinegar Dip)
What is Sawsawang Suka? Sawsawang Suka is a fiery, tangy vinegar-based dipping sauce popular throughout the Philippines. Whether you’re enjoying chicharon, grilled...
Kumara & Cashew Nut Pesto with Verjus & Aged Parmesan
This unique pesto combines the natural sweetness of roasted kumara (sweet potato) with the creaminess of cashews and a bright, tangy note...
Aji Verde Recipe
Aji Verde, meaning “green chili” in Spanish, hails from Peru and is a staple in Peruvian cuisine. This sauce is vibrant, herbaceous,...
Chimichurri
This classic sauce is bright, tangy, and packed with fresh herbs, perfect for enhancing grilled meats, especially steak. Ingredients: • 1 cup...
Quick and Easy Satay Marination Recipe
An authentic satay marinade captures the essence of Southeast Asian flavors, typically from Indonesia, Malaysia, or Thailand. Here’s a traditional marinade recipe:...
Chimichurri Rojo Recipe
Chimichurri Rojo, a vibrant and flavorful variation of the traditional chimichurri sauce, has its roots deeply embedded in South American cuisine, particularly...
Cherry Tomato Ragu
Classic tomato ragu paste. Here’s what you need! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced...