Our go to Middle Eastern restaurant growing up (Pita Inn for the Chicago burbs folks) always served a spicy red sauce and our mom decided she’d make a version of her own. Her sauce combines red bell pepper, serrano, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cilantro and sriracha sauce to make a healthy and flavorful addition to just…
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Sausage & Peppers
As we were eating our way through Italy, I distinctly remember my first time trying a pasta dish with red sauce. I was surprised with how light and flavorful the red sauce was, it never over powered the dish and I could taste the freshness of the tomatoes and herbs. I never knew it was…
Cilantro Chutney
As a huge fan of sauces, cilantro chutney tops our list for favorite Indian “sauce.” It is so delicious and versatile you can pair it with literally anything! Samosa, our Tandoori Kebabs, sandwiches/wraps, dhokla, and tikki are just some of the options. This chutney is super easy to make and will last in an airtight…
Chicken & Rice – Halal Guy’s Copycat
After our first visit to the Halal Guy’s chicken & rice cart in NYC we were hooked. It’s probably been a decade since our first visit but we remember it well. A warm summer night (more likely early morning TBH) waiting in line not knowing what to expect, and getting wafts of the aromatic rice…
Vodka Sauce Penne
You’ll never buy a jar of vodka sauce again! This simple recipe is always a crowd pleaser and pairs perfectly with your favorite glass of red wine. Ok we know what you’re thinking, it sounds so extra to make your own vodka sauce but trust us it is TOTALLY worth it! Fun Story: We were roomies…