Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Getting The Right Blend Of Arizona Chili Spices

By Amanda Baird


When people think of chili they usually think of heat. There is also the idea that there is one type. However depending on where you are and who is serving it there are numerous recipes available. One of the crucial parts of getting these recipes right and developing your own is the right blend of Arizona chili spices.

The first thing to consider is the level of heat. Some people like a lot and want the rush of heat. Other people prefer something with a mild kick but without burning their mouth. While this can be reasonably straightforward if you are serving for one or two people this can be a bit more complicated if you are serving for a larger group.

One thing that often puts people off cooking this is heat. However peppers do not necessarily have to burn the mouth. A spice mix can also include ingredients such as tumeric or paprika in order to add an extra bit of colour in order to make the dish stand out. This is equally the case with bell peppers or sliced in jalapenos.

Jalapenos are probably the most common addition. They can often make it look more presentable. If you are concerned with the heat you can deseed them or alternatively add some natural yoghurt in order to make your mixture a little cooler. What people often do not realise is that heat can be countered with some kind of milk or soy equivalent.

There are powders available that are ready made that can be instantly added to a mix. However it is important to check the list of ingredients before you purchase them and to get a guide to the level of heat. You do not want to unwittingly add an extra hot ingredient to a mild chili!

Ideally you want to develop your own mixture. This will give you a bit more control over the level of heat and the kind of flavours you add to the mix. It is often a matter of trial and error and eventually you can develop your own that you can add to your own individual taste or those of your guests.

The good thing is once you have produced your own blend it is often easy enough to store as well. Typically a mixture can be kept stored for around six months. This means you can access them easily enough so that you do not need to continually source ingredients every time you fancy cooking a chilli!

After you have used a recipe and begin to become more confident you can develop your own blend of Arizona chili spices. Thankfully if you store them carefully you can access these flavourings at a later date. Look online for recipes and suggestions for spices to create your own recipe.




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