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Spicy (R)evolution

The nuanced heat of peppers is showcased in our Chilies Obsession trend. Chilies can deliver sour, sweet and smoky elements – and sometimes even fruity – providing a canvas for spices and other flavors. Beyond chilies, globally inspired sauces and seasoning blends pack a punch in our Heat Plus Tang trend – offering up chamoy sauce in Mexico and sambal in Southeast Asia. Finally, the tingling pungency of peppercorn delivers a complete sensory experience in Sweet on Pepper.

Chilies Obsession

Chilies Obsession

With hundreds of varieties, each chile brings a unique level of heat, distinctive flavor and usage to the table. These are the chilies to watch as you incorporate them into grilling marinades, salsas, sauces, beverages and more.

• Aji Amarillo– Bright orange, thick-fleshed chile that is ubiquitous in Peruvian cuisine.

• Guajillo– Mild Mexican dried chile with a smoky, fruity flavor.

• Tien Tsin– Hot Sichuan chile that is considered very hot.

• Chilie de Arbol– Bold Mexican chile with subtle, smoky taste.

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    Chorizo Chile Poppers

    A twist on chile rellenos, mild pickled peppers are filled with Mexican chorizo sausage, ancho chile pepper and chili powder, making a perfect bite-sized appetizer.

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    Sichuan Cashew Sauce

    Asian-inspired condiment gets a spicy kick from hot chili in oil and Chinese Five Spice.  

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    Spicy Papaya & Pineapple Salsa

    A bright and tropical salsa gets its heat from Peruvian Ají Amarillo. 

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    Pepita & Chile Salsa

    Toasted pepitas and spicy chilies de arbol give fresh tomato salsa a nutty, smoky flavor. 

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Heat Plus Tang

Heat Plus Tang

All around the world chefs and home cooks alike have embraced tangy contrasts to balance heat in sauces and seasonings. A few big hits? Chamoy Sauce in Mexico – a spicy, sweet and salty condiment made from pickled fruit, lime, spice and chilies typically served with fresh fruit. Sambal Sauce in Southeast Asia – made with chilies, rice vinegar, sugar and garlic delivers heat and tang to stir-fries, noodles, eggs, meat, seafood and veggies.

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    Chamoy Sauce

    A sweet and spicy Mexican condiment made of apricot jam, chilies, and lime juice.

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    Salmon Tostada with Charred Corn Relish

    Salmon is basted in chamoy, a sweet and spicy Mexican condiment, and built into a flavor-bursting tostada finished with a charred corn relish.

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    Tart Cherry and Pistachio Fudge

    A double-layered fudge that pairs tart dried cherries with the savory saltiness of pistachios and both semi-sweet and white chocolates. A touch of hot red pepper add an unexpected heat, making these...

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Sweet on Pepper

Sweet on Pepper

Pepper’s tongue-tingling, bold edge is tempered by naturally sweet ingredients like syrups and exotic fruits. After hiding in plain sight for so many years, pepper is finally capturing the spotlight. Its up-front bite and lingering sensation offer the next wave of intense, pungent flavor.

  • Black Pepper Date Cocktail

    Black Pepper Date Cocktail

    A simple syrup with the contrasting flavors of bold black pepper and naturally sweet Medjool dates is used to flavor this refreshing dark rum cocktail. 

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  • Jackfruit Tacos

    Pulled Jackfruit Tacos

    A vegetarian taco with meaty jackfruit, and a good kick from

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