Sriracha, Why Dontcha? Contest

Win a bottle of Sriracha!

Sriracha sauce is a Thai Chili hot sauce that has started to gain popularity in America within the last few years. In fact, Bon Appétit declared it the ingredient of the year for 2010. While there are many varieties of the sauce, Huy Fong’s green-capped, Rooster –labeled sauce is king in the U.S.

For as long as I can remember, I’ve liked adding heat to my food. I honestly think that it all started when my dad bought some “Hot Ass Chili Powder”. As a kid I loved being able to say “ass” without getting in trouble. Not only did I like the flavor, but I also liked the tingle at the tip of my tongue when I ate the spice concoction. As I got older, my go-to spice became cayenne pepper. I was willing to try it in anything. Then I found Sriracha. Its heat level is lower than a jalapeno and is actually pretty sweet. I like it so much because it blends sweet, sour and hot so well.

I am always looking for new recipes to try featuring this magic sauce. That is where you come in.  By sharing your favorite Sriracha recipes, you can win a bottle of the miracle sauce. Here’s how you can win an entry (or 10):

Sriracha, Why Dontcha Official Rules

Sriracha, Why Dontcha?
Official Rules

Philly Cheesesteak Omelet

We still had a small amount of meat left from some Philly Cheese Steaks, so I decided to make it into an omelet. It was really easy to make and it translated well. First,

Nanananachos

There is a place down the road from us, Hawkeye Food Distribution, where we buy some food in bulk occasionally. We don't go there often, but when we do, we usually buy things like 100 individually wrapped chips for $1 or a box of 250 tortillas for $1. Needless to say, we usually have these items on hand.

Chili Dog

A while ago, we started lessening the amount of meat that we eat/cook at home. Meals that I had previously included meat such as spaghetti and chili have become vegetarian. Chili is an amazing meal. It can be a full meal by itself, or used as a heavy sauce for hotdogs or burgers. Plus, it only takes a little while to prepare and you can have it cook all day while you are at work. When you come home, it is ready for you. Leigha made this after I had already left for work. When I cam home, the whole house smelled of delicious smokey, tomato-ey and slightly spicy chili. But this chili was just screaming for some meat.

Bacon Egg & Cheese on English Muffin

Leigha made this on a day that we had stayed home to replace our flooring around the house. Making it is easy:

Chili and Corn Muffins

Chili w/ Cheese, Crackers & Sriracha

When I was younger, my dad used to make Chili all the time. There was never a regular recipe; he would just add whatever we had. I personally like to have crackers and some heat, therefore the Sriracha.

Homemade Hummus and Pita Chips

Hummus & Pita Chips

Leigha made this from scratch. After soaking the chickpeas overnight, into the food processor they went with salt, pepper, olive oil and a green pepper that she had roasted. Then I altered it.

Quesadillas