Unboxed: 10 chili crunch varieties to spice up any dish
These 10 brands are tackling increasingly popular chili crunch products with innovative ingredients and elevated flavor profiles. Check them out.
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Homiah Sambal Chili Crunch
Inspired by traditional Malaysian dishes, Homiah’s products are all Non-GMO Project Verified. The Sambal Chili Crunch, available in two flavors (Seaweed and Shrimp), only features eight natural ingredients. Based off of a family recipe, the textural condiments are created in small batches using hand-sourced ingredients, such as shallots and chiles, from local Malaysian farms.
MìLà Chili Crunch
Also crafted in small batches with only eight ingredients, this Chili Crunch features an extra crispy crunch from the fried garlic, onion and red chile pepper mixture. Inspired by traditional Chinese recipes, it also has a tangy bite and mild amount of heat.
This Little Goat Chili Crunch (Original)
Created by James Beard award-winning chef Stephanie Izard, this chili crunch blends a sesame chili oil with a fish-based Japanese dashi stock known as hondashi. The rich mixture—available in three flavors (Original, Spicy and Chili Lime)—can be used to dress vegetables, sandwiches, sushi and soups.
Chile Crunch Chile Crunch (Original)
Inspired by the cuisine in Mexico City, this handcrafted blend is also made in small batches to ensure the highest-quality product. Offered in four flavors—Original, Mild, Hot and Chipotle—this crunchy, smoky sauce is infused with roasted chiles, garlic, onion and spices. It can be used on everything from meat to pasta.
Fly By Jing Chengdu Crunch
Fly By Jing was inspired by the flavorful dishes at “fly restaurants” throughout Chengdu, China. The company created three chili crunch products—Chengdu Crunch (pictured), Sichuan Chili Crisp and Xtra Spicy Chili Crisp—that are vegan, sugar free, and void of artificial flavors and preservatives. The Chengdu Crunch, which stands out from its Sichuan counterparts, incorporates soybeans, fava beans, yellow split peas, chile peppers, pumpkin and sesame seeds.
Somos Mexican Chili Crisp
Salsa macha—a thick blend of oil, nuts and peppers—has been used as a condiment in Mexico for centuries. Made using avocado oil, this Mexican Chili Crisp from Somos puts a healthier spin on the classic. The artful mixture showcases guajillo and arbol peppers, as well as roasted sesame seeds, almonds and pumpkin seeds.
Mr Bing Foods Chili Crisp
Non-GMO Project Verified, this Chili Crisp fuses four smoky and fruity peppers. The Northern Chinese-inspired blend melds heat, umami and crunch to create the perfect topping for protein, pasta and more. It doesn’t contain any preservatives or MSG, is gluten-free and low sodium.
Trader Joe's Crunchy Chili Onion
With less than 10 ingredients, this olive oil-based chili crunch features a combination of dried red bell peppers and chile peppers to create a smoky, slightly sweet and spicy seasoning. The Crunchy Chili Onion can elevate any dish, from pizza to burritos.
Tia Lupita Foods Salsa Macha
A more traditional take on Mexico's salsa macha, this olive oil-based blend features whole roasted peanuts, morita chiles, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds. The condiment pays homage to the founder’s mother, known as Tia Lupita, who inspired the company’s origin.
Spice World Kickin' Chili Onion Crunch
Inspired by Asian flavors, Spice World created its version of chili crunch. The Kickin’ Chili Onion Crunch incorporates a mixture of chile peppers and sweet chile peppers, onion and garlic for a balanced cooking and seasoning blend.
Spice World Kickin' Chili Onion Crunch
Inspired by Asian flavors, Spice World created its version of chili crunch. The Kickin’ Chili Onion Crunch incorporates a mixture of chile peppers and sweet chile peppers, onion and garlic for a balanced cooking and seasoning blend.
Chili crunch has made a profound impact on the American food landscape. The deep red condiment, originating from Chinese cuisines, consists of oil infused with peppers, spices and crunchy bits of onions and garlic. Other cultures have also created their own renditions of the popular topping, adding ingredients such as roasted nuts and seeds.
However, consumers can all agree that chili crunch, also referred to as chili crisp, is a flavorful component that can elevate virtually any dish—from pasta and burgers to soups and tacos—as data has shown. According to AI-powered consumer data platform, Tastewise, the term “chili crisp” has appeared in about 50% more social media conversations over the last year.
An April lawsuit filed by David Chang and Momofuku, which involved an attempt to trademark the name “chili crunch,” sparked a lot of uproar surrounding the popular products. The lawsuit was eventually dropped, so the condiment name lives on for several brands, which are putting their all into crafting innovative products.
Check out this slideshow of 10 flavorful chili crunch and chili crisp creations that pack a punch and elevate any dish on the table.
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