Editor's Picks: 12 Sauces And Seasonings That Will Blow Your Mind
Mundane meals are a thing of the past
We’re cooking at home more than ever, and sometimes it can get tedious. If you find yourself serving the same dish several times a week, it’s time to spice up your repertoire. One easy way to get creative with your meals or give dishes a lovely boost of flavor? A few bottles of good quality sauces or seasonings. Used as condiments, in marinades, as ingredients, they can take your dishes to another level. If you’d like some ideas, check out my favorites in the gallery below.
Sauces, Seasonings and Dips
Sauces, Seasonings and Dips
Wagyu Oil by Miyazaki Gyu
If you’re a steak lover, you’ll flip over Miyazaki Gyu’s bottled Wagyu Oil. Made by carefully rendering fat from Wagyu beef to get intense Wagyu flavor, it makes an incredibly adept cooking fat with a high smoke point. Wagyu oil is packed with heart-healthy oleic acid which gives it anti-inflammatory properties. You’ll love how easily it can elevate your simplest dishes, like fried eggs and roast potatoes. Use it as a butter substitute in anything from popcorn to pie crusts. Order from @miyazakigyuph on Instagram.
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Miyazaki Gyu's Japanese Sauces
The Wagyu Sauce is sinful, but do check out the rest of Miyazaki Gyu's Japanese sauces. They bottled their best housemade sauces so you can enjoy them at home: Sukiyaki Sauce, Steak Sauce,and Yakiniku Sauce. Order from @miyazakigyuph on Instagram.
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Spicy Chimichurri from Chingolo Deli
If you like chimichurri, you’ll love Chingolo Deli’s new Spicy Chimichurri. Incredibly herbaceous and tangy, this makes a delicious accompaniment to chicken and seafood, and is fantastic with any kind of grilled meat. Endlessly versatile, use it in everything from marinades to dips. Order from (0917) 620-2443 or @chingolodeli on Instagram.
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Kamameshi House's signature sauces
If you love Japanese food, you'll enjoy stocking these nifty little bottles in your pantry. Kamameshi House brings back memories of their beloved Chicken Rice that was so moist and flavorful, with generous chunks of chicken on top. Their housemade signature sauces are just as much of a hit with us. Choose from five special sauces: Yakitori Sauce, Teriyaki Sauce, Tofu Steak Sauce, Ikayaki Sauce, and Tonkatsu Sauce. Order from @newkamameshihouse on Instagram.
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Chicken Teriyaki
A Japanese staple, Teriyaki Sauce is made with soy sauce, sake (or mirin), ginger, and a little sugar to give that classic sweet flavor to food. It's perfect on grilled meats . For best results, pour over the dish immediately after cooking. Use it to make a classic chicken teriyaki, like this one. Order from @newkamameshihouse on Instagram.
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A Japanese spread using special sauces
Get this spread from Kamameshi House and serve at home: Chicken Rice, Ika Yaki (made with the Ikayaki Sauce), and Asparagus Bacon (made with Yakitori Sauce). Order from @newkamameshihouse on Instagram.
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Ginataang Langka by XO46 Heritage Bistro
We love how XO46 Heritage Bistro always celebrates the wonderful flavors of Filipino food. Of their line of bottled specials, the popular Ginataang Pinya has been getting a lot of attention lately, but we also love the Ginataang Langka, which makes a great side dish for meat, especially their smoked crispy pata. It's good on its own with just hot rice, and strangely enough, partners well with just a little cream cheese on Fita! Order from @xo46_heritage_bistro on Instagram, or message (0945) 615-8255 or (0927) 590-7335.
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Onion Crunch by Daddy Mikks
You know all about crunchy garlic, but what about this? Crunchy texture, rich umami, and the subtle sweetness that comes from quality onions. Sprinkle on congee, meats, even corned beef. Pair with Chinese food, especially bao buns. Order from @daddymikks_official on Instagram.
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Jamon Aioli from Bar Pintxos
We've adored Bar Pintxos's Jamon Aioli from the very first taste, so we're ecstatic that it's now in bottles, waiting for you to purchase. I'd just spoon this on top of bread and devour, one whole bottle in one whole sitting. I have no shame, but it's that good. Order from @barpintxos.
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Bar Pintxos's salsas
Bar Pintxos' new line of bottled salsas ensure that you can have the wonderful flavors of Spain, even if you don't care to dine out just yet. The simplest things become special coming from them: ketchup tinged with pimenton, the smoky and mysterious Romescu (use it on crispy veggies!), and that sinful little bottle of Chorizo Oil1 Order from @barpintxos.
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Ginger Sauce from Wangfu
This fragrant condiment is the traditional partner of boiled chicken, but it will also go well with almost all your steamed meat dishes. Mix with a little hoisin sauce, or a little soy sauce, to make a dipping sauce with extra zing. Ginger has lots of health benefits, too. Order from @wangfuph on Instagram.
Photo Credit: @wangfuph
Palapa by Usbong Deli
This Maranao condiment is made with coconut, ginger, native chili and local spices, and can be used as an all-around seasoning. Sprinkle on pasta, on vegetables, on sandwiches. You'll get great flavor and crunch, and it's low carb, high protein and high fiber. A win-win. Order from @usbong.deli on Instagram.
Photo Credit: @usbong.deli
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