Saturday, July 31, 2010

NEW....NEW....NEW

To all of you "hot heads" ....welcome to 5 Alarm Peppers A.K.A. Savvy Gourmet Shop.  Whether you want mild and flavorful or spicy and extremely hot or somewhere inbetween we are your chili pepper connection. We will be adding more peppers and if there is one you would like us to sell let us know. These are all dried.

African Bird Peppers
The African Bird Pepper is also known by several other names such as African Devil, piri-piri, peri-peri, peli-peli, or picante,  It is a popular ingredient in Southeast Asian, African, Spanish, and Portuguese cooking. This Chili Pepper is a very hot pepper, adding significant heat to food recipes. It is commonly used to make marinades and sauces for meats, dry-rubs, poultry, fish and seafood.
150,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)~Very, very hot!!

Aji Amarillo Peppers

Aji Amarillo's are a Peruvian chile. Aji is the general term for chile, and amarillo is the term for yellow. Golden yellow, hot, with a fruity flavor, and berry overtones. From 4-6" long, they'e wrinkled, thin-fleshed, and taper to a point. They're a deep golden/orange color.
Rated 8 on the heat scale of 1-10; hot with great flavor.
 
Aji Cereza Chili Peppers
Certified Organic

These peppers are rare and a variety most commonly found in the Peruvian jungle. Cereza means cherry and they do look like a large bing cherry with a hot, fruity, cherry-like, wine flavor, dark maroon color. They rank just below habanero chilies on many pepper heat scales,  70,000-80,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making them a good substitute if you’re looking to reduce the heat level of a habanero based recipe by only a little bit.
Reconstitute these chilies and add to soups, sauces, and other dishes. Chop them up, toast them (optional) slightly and add them still dried. Take the tops off and grind them into chili powder using a spice grinder or blender for use as is or as part of your own spice blends. Perfect for sauces, salsas and Mexican, Central American & South American cooking when you want to bring on the heat.
For best storage keep these chilies in a cool, dry place.
70-80,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)


Morita Chipotle Peppers

Morita (Spanish for blackberry or black raspberry; literally "little purple one") is a description of how the chipotle looks. In central and southern Mexico, chipotle chiles are known as chile meco, chile ahumado, or típico.  Almost all of the chipotle chiles found in the United States are of the morita variety.

These
are smoked jalapeno's with a rating of 5-6 on the 1-10 heat scale.  These chilis are medium thick fleshed and have a subtle, deep, rounded heat.  The flavor is smoky and sweet with tobacco and chocolate tones. 

  Widely used in Southwest cooking especially in soups, salsas and sauces

Meco Chipotle Peppers

Meco Chipotle Peppers brown to blonde and much larger.Whereas moritas from Chihuahua are purple in color, chile meco is tan/grey in color and has the general appearance of a cigar butt.  Almost all of the chipotle meco is consumed in Mexico, though some is exported to generally be available only in Mexican grocery stores abroad.

de Arbol Peppers
(dried with no stems)


Thinly fleshed these are rated 7-8 on the 1-10 heat scale.  They have a tannic, smoky, grassy flavor with a searing, acidic heat on the tip of the tongue.  Used in sauces, soups and stews.  

Habanero Red Savina Powder 
100% pure ground powder from the second hottest pepper in the world.  In February 2007 the Red Savina chili was displaced in Guinness World Records as the hottest chili in the world by the Naga Jolokia/Bhut Jolokia/Ghost pepper. We also sell these (click on the link above). The Red Savina held the record from 1994 until 2006.
Over 577,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
 
Hot Chinese Mustard Powder

This is the authentic one used in Chinese restaurants.  All you need to do is add cold water, mix, and wait about 15 minutes for the reaction to develop.  When you get it to the heat you want put it in the refrigerator (this will stop the process).  To intensity the heat/sharpness add a drop or two of vinegar when you mix.
 
Pequin Chilis~dried

Pequin (peh_KEEN) (AKA chile pequeno) are rated an 8 on the 1-10 scale.  This domesticated form of the wild chile tepin is thinly fleshed.  It has a light, sweet, smoky flavor with citrus, corn and nutty tones.  The heat is deep, fiery and transient, slightly more intense than the tepin.  Used more for adding heat than flavor, it is used in making salsas, soups, sauces, and spice vinegar.

Thai Birdseye Peppers~Dried
(prig kee nu) 
These are also known as Birdseye, Thai Chiles, and/or Thai Chile pepper

These little peppers are about an inch long and very hot. Green ones are not ripe, and red are ripe, but you eat either one and mix them together for color.

Red ones are sometimes dried and ground then put on the table as a condiments.The most famous one must be 'prig kee nu'. It's a very short, small green and red pepper. It is about one inch in length. It is the hottest of the pepper family.

Thai Peppers

An Asian heirloom, of red, fiery-hot peppers. Think of Thai peppers as little firecrackers! They are very hot with a fast, clear and lasting explosion of heat! They are also a bit acidic.  Use with a light hand. The first heat wave is not the last - it lingers.
Scoville Heat Units: 70,000 - 85,000

~~The HOTTEST Pepper in The World~~

These are excellent~very flavorful (smoky)
& very, very hot
.  Dried Bhut Jolokia Chili Peppers Pods and Ground Pepper Also known As Ghost, Naga Jolokia, Bih Jolokia

Thank you very much.  We hope to see you at our website soon. 




  

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Hello everyone!!

Just me telling you again of our great SALE at our website.  Also if you are interested and wonder about our legitimacy we are also Power Sellers on eBay under User ID spices4uandchilistoo.  We started selling on eBay many years ago.  You are welcome to check us out there and see that we are very reputable sellers.  Please buy your products from our website though so that I don't have to pay there high fees.  Now as far as the sale Chad is preparing to partially retire shortly so we are downsizing a bit and prices have been drastically reduced.  We will eventually be selling only the hot peppers & peppercorns.    So come on and place an order!    

Sorry I haven't written sooner  and very much.  I think I told you that I was in the hospital for a bit.  I am really having a hard time recuping and it's taking a long time.  I am hanging in there...just need lots of rest!!

Thursday, June 10, 2010

HOTTEST CHILI PEPPER IN THE WORLD


If you love HOT....we sell these on our website.  Chow down on these or just take 1 small bite as these are the hottest pepper in the world.  Called the Bhut Jolokia/Ghost/Naga Jolokia & Bih Jolokia.and  twice as hot as the Habanero Red Savina, over a MIllion Scoville Heat Units.  If you watch U  Tube these are the peppers you see those crazy people eat.  Also they were featured on Man Versus Food on The Travel Channel about 6 months ago and we couldn't keep them in stock.


Recognized as the world's hottest pepper by Guinness Book of World Records, the Bhut Jolokia (Ghost Pepper) is in a class by itself. Measured at over ONE MILLION Scoville heat units, the Bhut Jolokia is deadly hot.

Ghost Chiles are very, very, very hot.   Use them sparingly, add a little to fresh salsa, sauces, chili and anything else you want to start a 12 alarm fire with.  Use care when handling such as plastic gloves and after touching wash hands.  The heat in these, as in all hot peppers, will vary from one batch to the next.
These are excellent~hot and very flavorful (smoky) 
Click below to go to our website
Savvy Gourmet Shop

Thursday, May 20, 2010

WHAT'S NEW????

Hello everyone.  Chad (our owner) has decided to begin preparing to retire and has decided to downsize our product line to only include Hot Peppers & Powders and Peppercorns. I am working on drastically reducing all other products so take advantage of these savings.  Should you order any of our gluten free blends, enjoy them and want to reorder let us know and we'll provide you with our source. 


                         Take advantage of these deep discounts now

                                      www.savvygourmetshop.com

It took longer than expected to get all this done because I am recuperating after being in the hospital.  



Saturday, May 1, 2010

***READ OUR EXCITING NEWS****


Hello everyone, Chad (our owner) has decided to begin preparing to retire and has decided to downsize our product line to only include Hot Peppers & Powders and Peppercorns. I am working on drastically reducing all other products so take advantage of these savings. Should you order any of our gluten free blends we will provide you with the source so you can keep ordering if you like. If you have been following our blog you know all about our wonderful tasting products.

Take advantage of these deep discounts now at

click here Savvy Gourmet Shop

Monday, April 26, 2010

**IT'S BEEN QUITE A @#!%^

Hello everyone!  Well it's been quite a @#!%^.  I ended up in the hospital with a reaction to a new medication and then unfortunately the doctor ordered me to have more of that same medication.  I was very, very ill ending up in Cardiac Intensive Care for 11 days.  Anyway I am very thankful to be alive and well (or getting there) but it's going to take a while!!!



On the business side, as a result of the above, we have decided that there are much more important things than working in life.  I am disabled and Chad is going to be 61 in May.  We work many, many hours having our own business.  

What we are going to do is downsize to specialize in selling only "Hot Stuff" (chili peppers, powders, etc).  Please let your friends know that we will be adding even more.

We will be having a huge sale on everything else on our website; the Spice blends from around the world, Barbecue rubs, Sea salts, Peppercorns, Curry blends, etc.

Please click below to go to our website!



Friday, April 9, 2010

***What's Up***


Pictured above are the ever popular HOTTEST CHILI PEPPER IN THE WORLD!  You can actually watch people eat these on U Tube.  They have also been featured on the TV show "Man Versus Food" on the Travel Channel.  They are actually called Bhut Jolokia or Ghost Pepper (and several other names).  They are twice as hot as the Habanero Red Savina.  We sell the Bhut Jolokia on our website and they are very popular.  We offer one of the lowest prices with some of the best quality.  If you are a "hot head" or know someone who is please check out our website at

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

****HUGE SALE****Check it Out

Hello everyone,

We are having a HUGE SALE on many of our Spice Blends from Around the World.  These create wonderful flavors on your palate while being Gluten Free, Salt Free, MSG Free and Preservative Free.   We offer a Traditional Mediterranean Blend,  Turkish Blend,  Persian, Salad Dressing Mixes, Hot BBQ Rubs, Thai Vegetarian Seasoning, Greek culinary adventure, Maui Pork Rub similar to Hawaiian Luau.

Savvy Gourmet Shop

 



Sunday, March 21, 2010

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE???

Brown Chipotle Chiles

Brown Chipotle Chiles (Capsicum Annuum) are made from the familiar Jalapeno Chile. Chipotle Chiles are first smoked, then dried.

There are many different beliefs regarding the difference between Brown and Morita (means Blackberry) Chipotles.  Our understanding is that the Brown Chipotles are the Green Jalapenos and the Moritas are the red, fully mature Chipotles. This gives them a unique, medium - hot smokey flavor which is popular in many Southwestern dishes. These peppers are about 1-1/2 to 3 inches in length with long, vein-like ridges and a tan to coffee brown color. Consider the Chipotle a 5-6 on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the hottest). Substitutions 1/2 tbs. of Chipotle Powder 1 tbs. granulated Chipotle 1 Chipotle Pepper. Scoville heat units 7,000-18,000.
Suggested Use:
Use Chipotles in enchilada sauces, chili, stews, barbecue ribs, and corn bread. Their smoky quality combines well with poultry, meats and fall squash.

We sell both of these peppers on our website



Saturday, March 13, 2010

TRAVEL The World & Receive Free Shipping on Orders Over $25.00

Like most of us you probably can't afford or don't have the time to travel around the World.  We have the next best thing to it as far as trying the different cuisines.  We offer spice blends from almost every region and suggestions for using them.  Experience these Ethnic Cuisines in your own kitchen.  It's so much fun to be creative.  Also don't forget when you order $25.00 or more you receive Free Shipping on your order.


Tuesday, March 9, 2010

***Grilling Indoors***

Chad loves to cook in our slow cooker and uses many of our Barbecue Rubs/seasonings.  This type of cooking is so easy and fabulous tasting.  Because many of our rubs are salt free you can marinade your meat overnight; just rub into meat and put in a plastic bag in the fridge.  In the morning before you leave for work bring meat to room temperature, put in slow cooker with liquid of your choice (beef stock, chicken stock, etc) and cook on low~dinner will be ready when you get home.  We have tried and recommend all of our rubs; these 2 are very popular with our customers:


Buckaroo Rub





Gluten Free...Salt Free...MSG Free...Preservative Free
A beef rub inspired by the resourcefulness of American Cattleman who made their meals with whatever spices were at hand.  While the cowboys were tending to their herd, "Cookie" was back at the chuck wagon, perfecting what we today call barbecue. 
Features Ancho Chili, Aleppo Pepper, Coffee, Cocoa, Honey, Pink Peppercorns, Horseradish and other spices.
Wet Marinade:  Red wine and Tomato sauce, 1 to 1 with 1-2 tablespoons of rub.
Rub Pomade:  reduce the amount of liquid to make a paste-like consistency.  Generously cover the meat.
Note:  Remember to bring the meat to room temperature before cooking.
Suggested Recipe:  This rub is great for baby back ribs.  Rub into steaks, sprinkle over roasts, or add to burger patties. 
Marinate:  Combine rub with olive oil, onion and a dash of red wine, rub the meat generously all around the steak about 8-12 hours before cooking (less time is okay and remember because there is no salt in this you can marinate overnight).
This is a hot blend
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East Meets West Barbecue Rub

Gluten Free...Salt Free...MSG Free...Preservative Free
Inspired by Wagon Calvary of West Settlers as they traveled west and shared their spices among their fellow travelers in their wagon trains.  

The pungent taste is influenced by the oriental spices of Szechuan Peppercorns and Ginger, and the Chipotle Peppers and Aumac Berries, harmoniously blend the cultures to a very fragrant bold taste. 

Features chipotle, brown mustard seeds, Szechuan peppercorns, ginger, orange, molasses, sumac berries, horseradish.


 




Wednesday, March 3, 2010

***MORE HOT STUFF***


We have just received several HOT new dried chilis to add to our website. They will be listed very soon so keep an eye out.

Pictured are Aji Amarillo peppers rated an 8 on the heat scale of 1-10. They are hot with a fruity flavor and berry overtones.

Thai Birdseye Chilis (prig kee nu)
are the hottest of the Thai pepper family. They have a sharp, smoky flavor.

de Arbol Chilis (without stems) are 7-8 on the 1-10 heat scale. They have a tannic, smoky, grassy flavor with a searing, acidic heat on the tip of the tongue.


Chipotle Peppers (chile meco)
are smoked jalapeno with 5-6 on the 1-10 heat scale. Sweet flavor with tobacco and chocolate tones.


Last but not least are the Pequin Chili Peppers (chile pequeno)
with 8 on 1-10 heat scale. Light, sweet, smoky flavor with citrus, corn and nutty tones.

These chilis added to the selection we already have listed on our website = a vast array of very flavorful peppers from mild to the hottest. Check it out.



Monday, February 22, 2010

******Coming Soon******


Very shortly we will be adding 3 more Spice Blends to our very large selection of Gluten Free.....Salt Free.....MSG Free.....Preservative Free
Category on our website.

Also Chad is ordering some great new HOT Peppers & Powders and I will let you know when they come in!

Here we will talk a little bit about the new Gluten Free Blends and they are:

Maui Madness

Ingredients are Spanish Smoked Paprika, Parsley, Mustard Seeds, Aleppo Pepper, Cayenne, Honey, Sesame Seeds, Pink Peppercorns, Seaweed and other spices.

This Pork Rub is influenced by the Hawaiian Luau. The Hawaiian people cook this in an imu (an underground Hawaiian oven), however this blend is the
closest thing to luau pork without actually going to the Islands. Serve your pork with barbecued pineapples. This is also great on pork tenderloin which is wonderful cooked in your slow cooker.

Persian Paradise Garden

Featured Ingredients are Rosebud, Cinnamon, Black Pepper,
Cardamom, Nutmeg and Coriander.

This is a Traditional Persian Blend and like all of their spices this is aromatic with a robust flavor and not hot. Persian food is known for its strong sweet-and-sour character. Persian food has always been considered to be an art providing enjoyment. This can be used with pilafs, stuffed rice or bulgur dishes or anything of your choice.

Pleasantly Pungent Thai~Vegetarian Seasonings

Ingredients are Lime Zest, Lime Juice, Lemon Grass, Chipotle, Garlic,
Galangal, Turmeric, Basil, Shallots, Ginger, Honey & more.

Inspired by Thai Cuisine which artfully balances 5 fundamental flavors: hot, sweet, sour, salty and bitter. Uses: Add 2 Tablespoons (for a serving of 4) of seasoning to rice, potatoes, couscous, quinoa, kasha or pasta while cooking, or add 2 Tablespoons of the blend to hot oil allowing the spices to release their aroma before stir-frying veggies. For steaming vegetables, sprinkle the blend over the veggies and steam. Great seasoning for roasting potatoes, cut potatoes into bit size cubes, mix some seasoning with Sesame or Nut Oil and toss with
potatoes.
This blend has mildly hot robust flavor with citrus undertones.

Check back often for our new chili peppers & powders.

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If you know of anyone who is on a restricted diet please let them know
about our website







Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Add wonderful flavor to your food with Sea Salts


Sea Salts are a wonderful way to add additional flavor to your food and they are much more healthy for you than regular table salt.

Alaea Hawaiian Sea Salt~Coarse and Fine

Alaea is the traditional Hawaiian table salt used to season and preserve. Alaea Hawaiian Sea Salt is non-processed and rich in trace minerals, all of which are found in sea water. A small amount of harvested reddish Hawaiian clay (Alaea) enriches the salt with Iron-Oxide, and seals in moisture while roasting. Goes great with red meat, and is fabulous for cooking, roasting, or as a garnish.

This is the traditional and authentic seasoning for native Hawaiian dishes such as Kalua Pig, Hawaiian Jerky and Poke. 4 ozs $4.95

Bolivian Rose Sea Salt (Fine)

is mild and slightly sweet in flavor and is hand harvested from the Andes Mountain range in Bolivia. Ancient sea salt deposits were covered with volcanic lava creating this high mineral salt and protecting it from pollution. The light rose & orange color of Bolivian Rose makes it gorgeous when presented in a clear salt shaker or mill. Having spent the last few millenia sealed into an ancient sea bed, be assured Bolivian sea salt is the most perfect, preserved, & untouched salt you can imagine. 4 ozs $4.95

Himalayan Pink Sea Salt~Coarse and Fine

Himalayan Pink gourmet salts are pure, hand-mined salt found naturally deep inside the pristine Himalayan Mountains. The clean crystals are "Gourmet Food Grade" and are recognized for their beautiful color & high mineral content. It is a wonderful choice for cooking, grilling, seasoning, roasting, & of course presentation!. 4 ozs $4.95

Fleur de Sel Sea Salt (Coarse)

Contains: Atlantic Sea Salt and Dulse powder, a seaweed that is edible and 100% natural and rich in nutrients! Sprinkle by hand over food just before serving to best appreciate the fine crystalline texture and special savor! 4 ozs $4.95

Northwest Alderwood Sea Salt (Coarse)

This sea salt is slow smoked using red alderwood to give it a smoke flavor that is out of this world. For centuries Native Americans have been using alderwood to smoke salmon and meat. In this tradition this same process of slow smoking is used to capture the Pacific Northwest flavor. This salt is wonderful for seasoning Meat and Fish and is a must for BBQ lovers. The crystals release an earthy smoked flavor with no artificial aftertaste. This salt is harvested naturally. 4 ozs $4.95

Peruvian Pink Sea Salt~Flakes

Peruvian Pink salt comes from a natural spring located 10,000 feet high in the Mountains in Peru. The warm spring water seeps into terraced salt ponds. This salt has been hand-harvested for over 2,000 years. The crystals have a high moisture content and a light pink color. Peruvian Pink salt has a strong flavor and is a great seasoning salt. 4 ozs $4.95

Click here to purchase our Sea Salts


Saturday, February 13, 2010

HOTTEST STUFF!!!


Bhut Jolokia Peppers also known As Ghost,
Naga Jolokia, Bih Jolokia

Recognized as the world's hottest pepper by Guinness Book of World Records, the Bhut Jolokia (Ghost Pepper) is in a class by itself. Measured at over ONE MILLION Scoville heat units, the Bhut Jolokia is deadly hot, nearly twice as hot as the famous
Habanero Red Savina. Hotter than you can imagine.


These are very flavorful (smoky)

as well as being very, very hot


Here it is by popular demand, but we strongly suggest that you proceed with caution.

Click here to purchase

Very reasonable prices for a large quantity of both the
Whole Pepper Pods and the Ground
1/2 oz $4.95
1 oz $7.95

If you're not quite sure about these order some Habanero Red Savina powder (half as hot) and we will include 1 Bhut Jolokia Pepper so you can try it.


Thursday, February 11, 2010

HOT STUFF!!


Mostly we advertise that we sell the hottest chili pepper in the world however, we offer very flavorful mild chili peppers & powders to the hottest. Pictured are the very rare Aji Cereza (they look very similar to cherries) described below.


African Bird Peppers (dried)

The African Bird Pepper is also known by several other names such as African Devil, piri-piri, peri-peri, peli-peli, or picante, It is a popular ingredient in Southeast Asian, African, Spanish, and Portuguese cooking. The Bird's eye Chili Pepper is a very hot pepper, adding significant heat to food recipes. It is commonly used to make marinades and sauces for meats, dry-rubs, poultry, fish and seafood.

150,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)~Very, very hot!

Aji Mirasol Peppers (dried)

are rare and originate from Peru. The name translates to "looking at the sun". These have a unique, fruity flavor reminiscent of apricots and range from 3-5 inches long. There are approximately 6 peppers in one ounce.

2 on the heat scale of 1-10

2,000-4,500 Scoville Heat scale.


Aji Cereza Chili Peppers (dried)

Certified Organic

Aji Cereza peppers are rare and a variety most commonly found in the Peruvian jungle. Cereza means cherry and they do look like a large bing cherry with a hot, fruity, cherry-like, wine flavor, dark maroon color.

Reconstitute these chilies and add to soups, sauces, and other dishes. Chop them up, toast them (optional) slightly and add them still dried. Take the tops off and grind them into chili powder using a spice grinder or blender for use as is or as part of your own spice blends. Perfect for sauces, salsas and Mexican, Central American & South American cooking when you want to bring on the heat.

70-80,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)


Habanero Chili Peppers

are from the same family of peppers as the Scotch Bonnets and Jamaican hot peppers. Underneath its superior heat level is a papaya and berry like flavor. Habaneros add great flavor to chili, salsa, tortilla soup, chutneys and barbeque sauces. Use sparingly on chicken, fish or to make spicy hot jerky.

Habaneros are one of the hottest varieties of peppers known to man. Number 9 on a heat scale of 1 to 10. Use great care and plastic gloves when handling them.

10 on a heat scale of 1 to 10

Habanero Red Savina Powder

is 100% pure ground powder from the second hottest pepper in the world. In February 2007 the Red Savina chili was displaced in Guinness World Records as the hottest chili in the world by the Naga Jolokia/Bhut Jolokia/Ghost pepper. We also sell these (click on the link above). The Red Savina held the record from 1994 until 2006.

Over 577,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU

Hot Chinese Mustard

This is the authentic one used in Chinese restaurants. All you need to do is add cold water, mix, and wait about 15 minutes for the reaction to develop. When you get it to the heat you want put it in the refrigerator (this will stop the process). To intensity the heat/sharpness add a drop or two of vinegar when you mix.

Thai Peppers


are An Asian heirloom, of red, fiery-hot peppers. Think of Thai peppers as little firecrackers! They are very hot with a fast, clear and lasting explosion of heat! They are also a bit acidic. Use with a light hand. The first heat wave is not the last - it lingers.

Scoville Heat Units: 70,000 - 85,000

Wasabi

a.k.a. Japanese Horseradish is best known as the tearfully potent green paste that accompanies sushi, the powdered form is similar in texture to that of dry mustard. This light green powder should be mixed half and half with tepid water to form a paste and then allowed to sit at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. When combined with other ingredients to make a flavored oil, it perfectly compliments grilled fish and shellfish. There are many uses including wasabi mashed potatoes.


Click here to go to our website where you can purchase any of these for great prices!!