Cooking with chillies

Cooking with Chillies
Discover bold, spicy, and flavour-packed recipes in our Cooking with Chillies category. From everyday meals with a kick to gourmet chilli-infused creations, this is your go-to spot for everything hot and delicious. Learn how to cook with fresh chillies, chilli pastes, powders, and sauces — plus tips, tricks, and techniques to balance heat and flavour in every dish. Whether you’re a heat novice or a seasoned chillihead, get inspired to turn up the spice in your kitchen!

13 May

Is Chilli Paste the Same as Gochujang?

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May 13, 2026

Discover the key differences between chilli paste and gochujang, including ingredients, flavour, fermentation, texture, and cooking applications. Learn why gochujang is not the same as pure chilli paste.

13 May

Cooking with chillies

How Do You Make Homemade Chilli Paste?

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May 13, 2026

Learn how to make homemade chilli paste using fresh chillies, bell peppers, garlic, and simple preservatives. Discover the best chillies to use, storage tips, and the difference between fresh and cooked chilli paste.

13 May

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What Can I Use Instead of Chilli Paste

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May 13, 2026

Discover the best substitutes for chilli paste including fresh chillies, sambal oelek, sriracha, harissa, and gochujang. Learn how different chilli varieties affect flavour, heat, and cooking results.

13 May

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What Can Chilli Paste Be Used For

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May 13, 2026

Chilli paste is a versatile ingredient used in sauces, marinades, stir fries, dips, ready meals, and commercial food manufacturing. Learn how chefs and food manufacturers use chilli paste to add flavour, heat, and consistency to food products.