Mustard
The word mustard derives from Latin for mustum (fermented wine) + ardens (hot seeds). The well-known spicy condiment is made from the seeds of either the white (aka yellow) mustard …
Chiles in Escabeche
Escabeche has a fascinating history. The word originally comes from the Persian al-sikbaj, literally meaning “vinegar food”. After mingling with the Spanish, it eventually became part of the Spanish and …
Persimmon Chutney
Chutney is a spicy-savory-sweet condiment usually made from fruit. The intense, concentrated flavor goes great with meat, fish, or veggie dishes, or even mixed into yogurt. With a glut of …
Three Pepper Relish
In warm weather, fresh chile peppers ferment quite quickly and easily. This 3-day hot relish recipe is made from three kinds of peppers: Antohi (a mild pepper with about 1000 on the …
Homemade Fish Sauce
I admit that I had been reluctant to get into the world of fermented meats. After all, it just seemed more hazardous. There is an increased risk of fermenting meat …
Anchovy Kombucha Dressing (and What to Do With Overripe ‘Buch)
If you have kombucha that goes “too far” and becomes too sour to drink, you don’t have to throw it away! I keep some in a jar in the fridge …
Fermented Ketchup
Homemade condiments like fermented ketchup provide another way to take in probiotics, while at the same time eliminating another High-Fructose Corn Syrup-laden food from your diet. They are also a …
Peach Mango Chutney
Chutney is a spicy-savory-sweet condiment usually made from fruit. The intense, concentrated flavor goes great with meat, fish, or veggie dishes, or even mixed into yogurt. Chutneys and any fruit-based …