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Try Sriracha Uses Recipes For Boring Reduced Calorie Meals

By Shirley Baker


When it comes to cooking every day, or even every other day, it can easily turn into a mundane experience. The best way to tell is when a person has exact measurements memorized for every meal they are likely to prepare. Although being prepared is nice and can come in handy after a long day, no one wants to have a predictable meal all of the time. One way to make subtle change is to try chipotle, garlic or sriracha uses recipes that can be made in little time.

The best approach is to try one of these flavors to one of those memorized recipes. While some people think of sriracha sauce as a topping for appetizers, burgers, or chips, it can also be mixed into most recipes. In fact, it can convert many basic side dishes into exciting entrees.

For starters, it is not only a condiment that can be enjoyed by itself but it makes incredible toppings when combined with mayonnaise, ketchup, or tomato sauce with barbecue seasonings. This sauce can also be enhanced with raw honey, roasted garlic, or any flavor that pairs well with tangy flavors. Some people also find sriracha jam to be ideal for finger foods and main entrees.

When it comes to cooking, these toppings are great additions to meals or appetizers. The color adds life to old favorites like meatloaf, soups or stews, and some rice dishes. Just prepare as normal and add about one teaspoon per serving, which is just enough to feel a little heat. Those who are not used to spicy foods may want to measure about half a teaspoon or add a little honey to balance the taste.

Potato dishes are not only inexpensive but they blend well with many flavors. Sweet potatoes are an especially great companion with spices, especially when cooked over an open fire. There are many recipes that can be found online, as well as specialty cookbooks. Since more people are opting to go meatless, these should be fairly easy to find.

Sometimes it can be hard to let go of certain habits, especially when it comes to leisurely activities like enjoying a movie or watching sports. Although some people may find switching to chopped vegetables to be a reasonable solution, it is not the only option. While using an air fryer can be good for making chips or finger foods with minimal breading, often it is the dips that can land a person in trouble. Creamy dips may be substituted with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or mayonnaise.

Sometimes adding new flavors to dips makes it easier to add to regular meals. Sour cream dips are the best receptors for potato or tortilla chips. Another idea would be to add sriracha or chipotle salsa to a layer dip, as it can be enjoyed alone or slightly mixed in with the other ingredients.

Although some people are scared to experiment, what they should really ask themselves is what do they have to lose. Many deny themselves the pleasure of a good meal because they are afraid to step out of their comfort zone. Anyone who wants to get out of a cooking rut should start off by experimenting with herbs and spices.




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