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1001 Uses. One Spoon.

Easily prepare an array of culinary creations that will explode with spicy, multi-dimensional flavor.

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Chinese Chili Crisp

The flavors of China are just a spoon away with oo'mämē.

This perfect blend of traditional ingredients will spice up your favorite dishes.

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Mexican Chile Crisp

Spice up your favorite dishes with the authentic, chunky goodness of oo'mämē.

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Banana leaf with traditional Sadhya components, incl pappadum, tamarind & green chutneys in small bowls, oo’mämē Indian chile crisp, banana chips, rice, coconut, pumpkin & peas, curried cauliflower, dried pineapple & mango, samosas, chana, mango achar

Indian Chile Crisp

Layers and layers of flavors and texture transform any dish in ways that curry powder can't dream of. Stir it in and wait for the mealtime meteor shower.

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Black plate with bed of sunflower sprouts, topped with sliced navel oranges, blood oranges, red grapefruit and limes. Garnished with almonds, mint leaves, dates and pomegranate arils.

Moroccan Chile Crisp

Unleash an explosion of spicy umami...crispy chiles, crunchy almonds and the sweet finish of zesty ginger, fragrant orange peel and jammy figs.

Jars of oo’mämē Chinese, Mexican, Indian and Moroccan Chile Crisp

Our global chile crisps give anyone the ability to prepare mouth-watering food.

Umami is the fifth taste and amplifies how we experience sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. Think of it as the conductor that makes all of the flavors sing in harmony.

I created Fifth Taste Foods™ to put the power of oo'mämē in everyone's kitchen. Our goal is to empower cooks, regardless of experience level, to prepare and enjoy great tasting, spicy flavor from around the world. oo'mämē–the ONLY global chile crisp collection–is your secret ingredient to connect with the people you love.

– Mark Engel | Founder + CEO

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1001 Uses. One Spoon.


Our artisanal, all-natural chile crisps are the perfect condiment or hot sauce alternative to pair with your favorite dishes. For details on how to elevate your favorite condiment with oo'mämē, visit our recipe pages.

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Yogurt & Sour Cream

Add oo'mämē to yogurt, sour cream and crème fraiche for some global flavor flair.

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Nut Butters

Broaden your horizons past cashew, almond, and peanut butters by adding a spoonful of oo'mämē.

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Honey

Add oo'mämē to some honey to create a spicy sauce, dip, or zesty glaze.

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Mayo

Turn your plain mayo into spicy, gourmet aioli.

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Ketchup

Spice up your basic condiments with a spoon and a stir.

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Salad Dressing

Bring some seasoned sass to salad time by adding oo'mämē to everyday dressing.


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