This canned condiment consists of dried, smoked jalapenos in a tomato, onion, paprika, and vinegar marinade. I like to puree the mixture and use it as a smoky-spicy ingredient in soup, dumplings, and sauces. It s wise to puree an entire can, use what you need, and store the rest for future cooking or use an accompaniment to burgers, ribs, or similar dishes. The puree will last for months. Dark green in color, they range in heat from hot to very hot.
Fresh jalapenos are widely available.
Containing chiles, salt, vinegar, and sometimes garlic and tamarind, the fiery paste gives food a powerful flavor boost. Store sambal oelek in the refrigerator, where it will last indefinitely. They have a pronounced heat and fresh chile taste. Greenish yellow or red varieties are sometimes available. Sriracha A smooth, spicy, garlicky Vietnamese chile puree.