Ready to elevate your average home-cooked meals to something that feels like it’s a traditional dish from across the globe? Get your hands on any of these six condiments and you’ll find yourself jet setting across your kitchen and making new and exciting dishes!
Harissa
Harissa is a fiery chili paste that originates from North Africa, particularly Tunisia. This condiment is made from roasted red peppers, spices like coriander and cumin, and often includes garlic.
Its bold flavor profile makes it a favorite among home chefs who enjoy experimenting with flavors on the spicier side. Use it in stews for a delightful kick or stir some into yogurt to make a well-balanced sauce to accompany roast meat (we recommend lamb).
Gochujang
Gochujang is a traditional Korean fermented chili paste that introduces a unique umami flavor to dishes. Made from red chili powder, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt, this condiment offers a delightful fusion of sweetness, heat, and depth.
Use gochujang in marinades for meat or tofu. Or use it as a true condiment by mixing it with some honey and a splash of rice wine vinegar—you instantly have an incredible dipping sauce for everything from dumplings to chicken fingers!
Mango Chutney
Mango chutney is a sweet and tangy condiment that originates from India. It’s not typically spicy compared to the other two entries on this list so far, which might make it more versatile to those who are a bit more spice-averse.
In fact, you can use it to temper spicy dishes like curries by stirring in a tablespoon or two. You can even spread it on sandwiches or enjoy it as an accompaniment to a fancy cheese platter!
Chimichurri
This Argentinian sauce is herby, slightly sour, a bit sweet, and often has a touch of spiciness, too. Chimichurri is traditionally served with grilled meats, but its refreshing flavor can brighten up a variety of dishes.
We recommend trying it with grilled vegetables like asparagus or as a marinade for chicken or even thicker cuts of fish.
Mustard
You might be scratching your head because you already have a bottle of yellow mustard in your fridge. But how familiar are you with whole-grain mustard? Or Dijon? This is our first entry that we recommend you have multiple different kinds of.
Mustard can find a comfortable spot in virtually every dish, but some work better than others in certain situations. For example, a whole-grain mustard might be delicious in a potato salad, while mustard powder could help bring something different to your average mac and cheese recipe.
Ponzu
Ponzu is technically a sauce, but arguing the semantics of condiments can get heated, so we’ll just include it and say it could absolutely be either. It’s a pretty simple combination of soy sauce, citrus juice, and a touch of mirin.
Much like the other condiments, this makes a particularly tasty marinade. But truthfully, ponzu is best enjoyed as a sauce for everything from dumplings to a homemade poke bowl.
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