Spicy pickled raisins are raisins that have been rehydrated in a sweet-sour vinegar syrup flavored with warm spices and often a touch of chile heat. The result is a condiment […]
Category: Toppings
Caramelized Onions
Caramelized onions are onions cooked slowly over moderate-to-low heat until their natural sugars and amino acids undergo a series of browning reactions, transforming them from sharp, pungent vegetables into a […]
Capers
Capers are the unopened flower buds of Capparis spinosa, a thorny shrub native to the Mediterranean region. After harvesting, the buds are cured in salt, brine, or occasionally vinegar, transforming […]
Refried Beans
Refried beans (frijoles refritos) are cooked beans that are mashed and fried with fat, aromatics, and seasonings until they become rich, creamy, and deeply savory. Most commonly made with pinto […]
Basil Pesto
Basil pesto is a vibrant Italian sauce traditionally made from fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, olive oil, and salt. While often associated with pasta, pesto is […]
Fresh Jalapenos
Fresh jalapeños are one of the most versatile peppers used in sandwiches, hamburgers, and hot dogs. They deliver crisp texture, bright green pepper flavor, moderate heat, and visual appeal all […]
Canned Chili
Canned chili is one of the great convenience foods of the twentieth century: a ready-to-eat mixture of meat, beans (sometimes), tomatoes, chili peppers, spices, and seasonings that can be heated […]
Steamed Broccoli
Steamed broccoli is one of the most versatile vegetables in the sandwich world, even though it is rarely treated as a sandwich ingredient. Steaming preserves broccoli’s bright green color, mild […]
Dried Cranberries
Dried cranberries are one of those deceptively simple ingredients that punch above their weight in sandwiches. They provide concentrated sweetness, a touch of tartness, chewy texture, and bright fruit flavor […]