DIPS, CHIPS, FRIES, and FINGER FOODS
A collection of recipes for game-day snacking: dips, chips, fries, and finger foods meant for hands, bowls, and napkins. These are recipes built around texture and seasoning. Some are graze-worthy, others meant for digging in, but all lean on distinctive spice character.
From the more unusual sauces like bright, chile-forward Red Zhug, pickled peppercorns with a sharp pop, and polenta fries with smoky heat and a citrus tang — to the snacks that feel like old friends, such as Chex Mix dusted with bold alliums or creamy onion dip and cheesy baked beans, this collection spans a spectrum of savory character. You’ll find flavors that push past the usual BBQ and ranch notes without nixing them from the line up.
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Collaboration blends like Iberian Infusion, Balkan Medley, and Kerala Curry Masala incorporate international regional flavors: spicy Iberian capsicums, European herbs, and Southeast Asian tuber pungence. Their layered heat shows up in chips, vegetable fries, and saucy dips. Savory collaboration blends like Sweet + Zesty Onion Mix and Dill-icious Ranch seasoning speak to familiar snack-table flavors without overstatement.
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Our Hungarian sweet and Spanish smoked paprikas, ancho and chipotle chiles, granulated garlic and onion, flaky sea salt, cracked and whole peppercorns are the reliable backbone. Used simply, they anchor wings, snack mixes, dips, and fries with clear savory depth.
Creamy, cheesy spinach and artichoke dip is made extra flavorful with the addition of zesty garlic and onion spice mix.
This roasted pepper dip is inspired by a Middle Eastern mezze platter: "Muhammara." It's a Westernized variation with ingredients you can find easily. It's creamy, full of flavors, delicious and easy to make. You can have it as a dip with pita bread as an appetizer. It also make a great sandwich spread with burrata and roasted vegetables.
This vegan queso is one of my favorite dips to make for friends! It's spicy, delicious, and you don't need to soak the cashews ahead of time!
This onion lover's dip contains onions in 3 different forms - dried onion spice mix, caramelized onions, and fresh chives or green onions as a finishing garnish.
This Roasted Red Pepper Feta Dip is a delicious and savory appetizer - perfect for parties and snacking. With its tangy and slightly smokey flavor, it is a true crowd-pleaser at gatherings.
The perfect light snack or appetizer for Summer! The homemade pita chips provide a great crunch and the hummus is light and refreshing. Rustic Dipping Spice added to both gives the perfect flavor.
This roasted pepper dip is inspired by a Middle Eastern mezze platter: "Muhammara." It's a Westernized variation with ingredients you can find easily. It's creamy, full of flavors, delicious and easy to make. You can have it as a dip with pita bread as an appetizer. It also make a great sandwich spread with burrata and roasted vegetables.
These crispy and healthy baked vegetable chips will become one of your go-to snacks! Use a variety of your favorite vegetables (or just one), thinly slice them and bake with our delicious Iberian Infusion Spice blend. The addition of the paprika-forward blend adds an addicting, smoky kick to each bite!
These black pepper and olive oil crisps are surprisingly easy. I was in awe every time I took a bite, not just with the flavors, but by the fact that I hadn't made these a staple in my kitchen! Eat them on their own, or use them to dig into your favorite dips.
Zhug is a spicy chili sauce that originates from Yemen, but is common in other countries in the region. You can find green or red versions, using either fresh or dried chilies. Zhug can be used as a standard hot sauce condiment (try it on a Falafel sandwich!) or as a topping. You can also mix it with other dip bases, like hummus or yogurt, for a spicy and flavorful kick.
A delicious twist on traditional baked beans, this savory and comforting dish can be enjoyed as a side for breakfast, brunch or dinner.
Salsa borracha (AKA drunken salsa) will quickly become one of your favorite sauces out there! It's not too spicy and has such a unique flavor - perfect for chips or tacos!
In our house, classic beef chili is on menu repeat every fall and winter! It warms cold nights and fills the kitchen with a cozy, comforting aroma. Selefina’s Tomato Powder adds concentrated, sweet and tangy tomato flavor for that familiar, comforting chili richness. Comfort in a bowl!
Harissa Paste is native to the Maghreb, or Northwest Africa. It's a spicy, fragrant chili pepper paste often used as a condiment, mixed into soups or stews (even couscous), or as a marinade or rub. It comes from the Arabic word "Harasa", which means to "pound" (where pounding would be the original method of breaking down the chilies).
Crisp on the outside and creamy inside, these garlic and herb polenta fries are served with a smoky chipotle-lime aioli that adds just enough heat and tang.The balance of garlic, herbs, lime, and gentle heat makes this an easy, flavorful snack or side.
These oven-baked fries have been diligently tested to ensure that they come out as crispy as possible--No one likes a soggy fry! The Mango Chili Hibiscus seasoning gives them a slight tang and a bit of spice, and I've added black pepper for an extra kick.
Shrimp seasoned and grilled to perfection atop a bed of fresh arugula tossed in light lemon dressing
These savory pickle fritters are packed with flavor thanks to the Dill-Icious Ranch seasoning.
Kerala Chicken puffs is a savory, buttery and flaky puff pastry that has a spicy Chicken filling flavored with aromatic blend of Kerala spices. It is a very popular Kerala snack, that is usually served with tea.
Dill ranch oven-baked chicken wings are crispy, golden, and full of flavor. Coated in a creamy dill-ranch seasoning they deliver zesty, herby kick without frying. Perfect as a lighter game-day snack or appetizer, they are juicy inside with a tangy, savory crunch.
Kerala Chicken fry is a popular spicy and tangy chicken dish, that can be served as a snack or even as a lunch/dinner option with a side of some Indian flat bread or rice. The chicken drum sticks are marinated with a blend of spices and ginger garlic paste. They are then shallow fried in virgin coconut oil with fresh curry leaves to infuse all the flavors and create a juicy chicken with crunchy crust.
These flaky sausage rolls are a classic made simple: buttery puff pastry wrapped around a savory pork filling with onion, sage, and toasted fennel. They’re easy to assemble, bake up golden and crisp, and are perfect served warm from the oven as a snack, appetizer, or party bite!
Pickled Peppercorn is a punchy, flavorful condiment you can use on many dishes. From snacks like crackers and a dip with pickled peppercorns, to salad vinaigrettes and sauces, or to adding to a pasta dish - it is a surprising, fun addition!
I like to make separate batches of pink and green pickled peppercorns - but you can also mix them in one batch (and it is so pretty to look at!).
These special Iberian marinated olives, featuring our Iberian Infusion spice blend, are addictively flavorful and easy to prepare! They can be part of a tapas course, or eaten as an appetizer or snack.
These olives are so delicious on their own, but you can use them for SO much more! Chop them up and spoon onto a slice of bruschetta/toasted bread, or top a focaccia before baking. Add them to a whipped feta dip or a cold pasta salad. You can even use the oil to marinate or dress dishes!
Sweet and zesty onion spice mix puts a bold garlicky spin on homemade Chex Mix. It's a super flavorful party snack everyone is sure to love!
