This is a classic dressing made of ingredients that blend perfectly, though perhaps not top of mind as you stare at open pantry doors…just three ingredients when combined wear the hats of so many more. Pomegranate molasses – found in the international section of your supermarket or middle Eastern grocery...
Sesame seeds are common among cuisines of the Mediterranean – Greece, north Africa, the middle East – so it’s no surprise that they date back 1000s of years. Tahini, a paste or sauce made from ground sesame seeds, in fact traces its name back to the Arab word meaning “to...
This yummy Thai shrimp salad may look Instagram-worthy but don’t be fooled by its seeming complexity. Taste, yes!! It’s plenty complex. But meal prep?? Absolutely not. You are in charge and without turning on the stove, you can pull this together in short order, using all the ingredients that you...
This dressing is a real workhorse for making mealtime magical. No doubt you have peanut or other nut butter on hand, and likely some soy sauce. The only thing else you’ll need is rice vinegar or some fresh lime juice. Lemon juice would work too, but we prefer the sweetness...
Ever have one of those nights when ordering in sounds like such an easy solution, but the delivery comes and what was supposed to be dumpling goodness, not only looks like disappointment, but tastes like it, too? Or maybe you have some yummy sounding dumplings, pot stickers, Jiaozi in your...
Whatever you need to dip – we don’t judge – it will be infinitely tastier if dipped in an oo’mämē bath. We’re thinking dumplings or eggrolls but wouldn’t say no to scallion pancakes or coconut shrimp or even tostones. Depending on where you are traveling with your appetizer or other,...
Global green sauce!! So many countries have them – full of herbs and often some heat from garlic, chilis, ginger and more. Pesto from Italy. Chimichurri from Argentina. Zhug from Yemen. Aji Verde from Peru. Chermoula from north Africa. And India brings it own version chockful of mint and cilantro....
This quick and sassy vinaigrette is both a time-saver and a life-giver. The combo of the layers of oo’mämē flavors and textures married with the sass of lemon or lime juice and Dijon are sure to breathe life into any salad. And the whole dressing comes together in a matter...
Say hello to your new best friend - Mexican Tuna Salad - spiced up with a heapin’ spoonful of oo’mämē. It’s chocked-full of protein, crammed with fresh vegetables, and sassed up with a tangy lemon vinaigrette, laced with Mexican chilis and orange zest. No more ho-hum, mayo-sopped, deli-style tuna salad!...
Cold sesame noodles are a staple on Chinese take-out menus everywhere. And that makes them the perfect foundation for this easy, uber-tasty, short-cut solution for dinner. If you don’t have them handy, go ahead and sub with linguine or your favorite long-shape noodle. The oo’mämē-infused Peanut Sauce goes the extra...
The Satay + oo’mämē Peanut Sauce is your new best friend, doing the heavy lifting in building a sophisticated, restaurant-quality sauce with just two ingredients. Pick up store bought peanut sauce, generally found in the international section of your grocery, and combine with our beloved oo’mämē Chinese Chile Crisp! Boom! And like that, you...
Protein bowls are such a great way to cook for one. But they are also great for a family, letting everyone grab the ingredients that they love best, putting a personal spin on dinner. Normally, a restaurant quality Chinese Chicken Salad would be oh-so time-consuming. But now, all you need...
Bring some seasoned sass to salad time by adding oo’mämē chile crisp to everyday store-bought bottled salad dressing.
So many ribs, so little time! If you have a hankering for that fall-off-the-bone, finger-lickin’, lip-smackin’ thing we call BBQ, you have come to the right place. The makings of a great BBQ glaze include something savory, something sweet, and something spicy, all rolled up with a nuanced balance. Meet...
Add oo’mämē to some honey to create a spicy sauce, dip or zesty glaze.
