Condiment
Clean-Out-the-Fridge Kimchi
The fizziest, most fun way to use up all of those end-of-week veggie scraps.
By Diana Yen
Kimchi-Lentil Stew With Poached Eggs
A hearty handful of kimchi lends big flavor to this speedy, satisfying stew.
By Diana Yen
Quick-Pickled Cauliflower
Sure, pickled cucumbers are great. But have you tried pickled cauliflower? Its crunchy brightness makes for an ideal counterpoint to rich dishes.
By Bryant Terry
Sesame-Lemon Pickled Cucumbers
Lemon, green chiles, and sesame seeds add intrigue to these simple, extra-snappy cucumber pickles.
By Andy Baraghani
Scallion, Cilantro, and Mint Chutney
This scallion chutney from chef Preeti Mistry comes together in minutes and will make anything taste better.
By Preeti Mistry
BA’s Best Pesto
The key is to add the basil at the very end instead of blending everything all at once.
By Andy Baraghani
Turnip and Celery Pickles
Pouring hot vinegar over raw vegetables makes a brightly flavored condiment that chef Susan Kim likes to tuck into a Korean doshirak or add to breakfast sandwiches and tacos.
By Susan Kim
Pickled Beets
Add these beets to grain bowls for flavor and texture and use the leftover pickling liquid to dress sautéed vegetables for a colorful side dish.
By Maricela Vega
Allium Confit
Garlic, leeks, and chives are all you need to make this savory infused oil, great on its own or as a base for just about any sauce.
By Maricela Vega
Sesame Crème
Use this dairy-free condiment on its own as a savory dressing or blend it with Dijon mustard for a vegan aioli.
By Maricela Vega
Pumpkin Hot Sauce
This spicy, velvety hot sauce works on everything from tamales to scrambled eggs, or you can add oil and vinegar to turn it into a vinaigrette.
By Maricela Vega
Citrus-Ginger Raita With Spice Oil
Ginger and orange juice give this raita a holiday feel. Treat it like cranberry sauce–it goes with everything.
By Sohla El-Waylly
Salsa Verde o Roja Cruda
This standby salsa recipe using either tomatillos or tomatoes for the base lasts five days in the fridge or up to a month if you freeze it.
By Rick Martinez
BA.1. Steak Sauce
All the flavor firepower of your favorite condiments unites in this no-cook stir-together sauce that is the perfect match for any grilled steak.
By Chris Morocco
Spicy Cashew Dressing
Inspired by the nut-based Caesar dressings at NYC’s Lalito and Scarr’s Pizza, our version starts with roasted cashews.
By Molly Baz
Sour Cream Dressing
A dressing this creamy demands cold, watery leaves (such as romaine or iceberg) that can stand up to its weight and offer refreshment.
By Molly Baz
Pickled Hot Chiles
The vinegary brine softens and sweetens the chiles, and in return, the chiles infuse the vinegar, creating a balanced, spicy, and acidic component in your next vinaigrette.
By Molly Baz
Chile-Garlic Cucumbers
Less sharp than regular pickles, these cucumbers are a punchy addition to any sandwich, salad, or grain bowl.
By Kat Boytsova
Sesame-Scallion Sauce
This fresh green sauce is more than versatile: drizzle it over eggs, toss it with salad greens, or use it as a marinade for shrimp.
By Kat Boytsova