Category Archives: Condiments

We love a good relish or sauce here at Burnt My Fingers… truth to tell, sometimes the condiments are more important than the underlying meal.

Recipe: Sauce Packet Salad Dressing

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

You hate to throw out that bag of leftover salad greens from your hotel, but your bottled salad dressing won’t make it through security at the airport. What to do? Grab some sauce packets from the food vendors* and make … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Giardinara (Mixed Pickled Vegetables)

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

Here is a simple Giardinara recipe that uses no oil or sugar so the fresh flavor of the vegetables comes through. Feel free to vary based on what’s on sale/looks good/is on hand. Makes 3 quarts. Ingredients: 1 medium head … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Umami Butter

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Burnt My Fingers

I happened on umami butter as a sauté base for green beans… fantastic. Also works well with mushrooms. I would consider it for any sautéed food that could benefit from a jolt of this savory accent: steaks, cottage fries, peppers, … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Corn Cucumber Salsa

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Inspired by a memorable onion and cucumber salsa at Taqueria GDL in Glens Falls, NY. I had on hand some leftover Mexican grilled corn and Pickled Onions a la Mexicana, but you can use the instructions below to create it … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pickled Carrots with Ginger

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Simple ingredients produce a complex flavorful result. Use these pickled carrots with ginger in salads or on a charcuterie tray; the gingery brine is tasty enough to drink on its own or as the base for a pickleback cocktail. I … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Dip

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Like it says… Buffalo Chicken Dip! Our friend Susan made this for her son Zack’s high school graduation party but Zack, who is headed for a career in chemical engineering, says he can make it even better. Nicely fills a … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Vinegar Peppers

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

An essential component of Chicken Riggies and (obviously) Pork Chops with Vinegar Peppers, these couldn’t be easier to make. Your home prep won’t be exactly the same as Casa Visco or other Italian-American brands, but it’s definitely close enough to … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Sticky Spicy Korean Marinade for Spareribs or Whatever

Posted on March 15, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Da-yum! I do believe this addictive stuff is better than KFC. Same wonderful flavor profile of heat+sweet+spice but more of all. I was inspired by the new Koreatown cookbook which says it’s ok to use fish sauce, plus a recipe … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Sour Mustard

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

I prefer deli-style spicy brown mustard to Dijon as a condiment for a charcuterie tray, but it’s missing a certain je ne sais quoi. Actually I do know; it’s the sour kick from the wine. Here’s how adjust it. Makes … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Pickled Mustard Seeds

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Pickled mustard seeds have a pop when you bite into them and add a welcome tang in pretty much any application where you’d use regular mustard. Try a spoonful over a griddled pork chop, or use in sour mustard to … Continue reading →

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