Also known as zhenjiang vinegar, this rich sauce is used as a braising liquid in Asian cooking and also as a dressing or dipping sauce.
Time: under 30 minutes
Condiments
A condiment is a flavor enhancer for food. Ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise are some of the most popular condiments. Now you can make them at home with our tasty recipes. We also have recipes for flavored oil, gourmet flavors of butter, infused vinegar recipes and more.
jump to the recipes
Chinkiang Vinegar
Anchovy Butter
Anchovies are one of the secrets for super savory dishes. Mixing anchovy into butter makes a great topper for a steak or spread on crusty bread.
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Coarse Mustard
A basic recipe for coarse ground mustard made from scratch. Add horseradish, dried herbs, or mayonnaise as desired to flavor it further.
Time: over 5 hours
Sweet-and-Spicy Ketchup
This amped up ketchup is a game changer. Serve it with crispy fries, slathered on burgers, drizzled on meatloaf - anywhere you want ketchup to bring its A-game.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Belizean Style Habanero Sauce
Made with salt, white vinegar, lime juice, onion, garlic, vegetable oil, carrots, water, scotchbonnet habanero peppers
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Get our daily recipe newsletter!
Every day we send out a featured recipe and our editor's favorite picks. Don't miss out!
Pepper Vinegar
Hot pepper vinegar is a delicious and spicy condiment that can add a fiery kick to any dish.
Time: over 5 hours
Slow Cooker Rosemary or Basil Infused Oils
Basil or rosemary infused oils aren't really for high-heat cooking, but they make outstanding salad dressing ingredients and drizzles for soup, bread, and...
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Mango Chutney
This mango chutney recipe combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with tangy vinegar and a mix of aromatic spices. A delicious homemade condiment that pairs well with a variety...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Tequila Lime Mustard
Give your mustard a little zip. Great on brats, burgers, sandwiches, salmon, and more. Also makes a good dipping sauce for chicken nuggets.
Time: under 30 minutes
Garlic Vinegar
Use this flavored vinegar in salad dressings, marinades, or anywhere you want a little extra flavor with the vinegar
Time: over 5 hours
Bloody Mary Ketchup
Kick your ketchup up a notch with common bloody Mary ingredients like Tabasco, horseradish, and celery salt.
Time: under 30 minutes
Cajun Serrano Pepper Hot Sauce
Time to expand your hot sauce horizons with a sensational spoonful of serranos. Roasting the chiles adds a charred flavor to the sauce, bringing a smoky Cajun element to...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Avocado Wasabi Mayonnaise
This delicious mayonnaise is perfect for those who love a bit of spice in their lives! The wasabi gives it a lovely kick, whilst the avocado makes it smooth and creamy.
Time: under 30 minutes
Spreadable Butter Blend
Think butter can't get any better? Try our spreadable butter blend. It's the smooth operator your toast and recipes have been waiting for.
Time: under 30 minutes
Chive Butter
Spread this chive butter on dinner rolls, toss with steamed vegetables, or load up a baked potato. Add some garlic for a tasty flavor variation.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Harissa (African Hot Sauce)
Harissa comes from Tunisia in North Africa. It's used to flavor soups, stews, and couscous and can also be used as a rub on meats.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Blueberry Vinegar
Flavored vinegar makes a wonderful addition to homemade salad dressings, or even a thoughtful gift! This blueberry variety would make a killer vinaigrette to dress up any summer...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cajun Mustard
Homemade Cajun mustard that's bold, spicy, and a tad sweet. Perfect for adding that extra oomph to your burgers and sausages.
Time: 1-2 hours
Home Style Inner Beauty Hot Sauce
Inner Beauty hot sauce is the creation of Chris Schlesinger of the East Coast Grill in Massachusetts. It's a VERY hot mustard sauce with a hint of Caribbean flavors.
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Taco Sauce
This slow-cooked taco sauce has great flavor and can be used in a variety of dishes. Also, it freezes great!
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Homemade Chili Oil
Pour some sass into your kitchen routine with this homemade chili oil that infuses olive oil with a bold blend of spices. It's a simple way to add depth to everything from dressings...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Strawberry Ketchup
Blended with sweet strawberry preserves, this ketchup adds a gourmet twist to sweet and savory breakfast platters and grilled cheese sandwiches.
Time: under 30 minutes
Ancho Ketchup
When ketchup from scratch means dried ancho chiles, brown sugar, and cumin, you know you're in for a mouthwatering result.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Gorgonzola-Bacon Butter
Next time you're gonna throw a pat of butter on top of your steak, maybe you'll remember this savory gorgonzola butter and decide to take your ribeye to a whole 'nother level.
Time: 1-2 hours
Blackberry Vinegar
Paired with extra virgin olive oil, this makes a wonderful dressing which stands up nicely in a leafy salad or with salmon or grilled chicken.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Basil Mayonnaise
Made with fresh basil leaves, creamy mayonnaise, and a hint of lemon juice, this homemade spread brings together vibrant flavors in a matter of minutes.
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Roasted Garlic
Foiled heads of garlic drizzled with olive oil couldn't be easier, and roasted garlic makes a killer spread for good bread or addition to blended soups.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Homemade Tomato Ketchup
Homemade tomato ketchup is surprisingly easy to make, and the end result is a far superior product to anything you could buy at the store.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Green Chile Fire Paste
Spice up all varieties of foods with this paste of jalapenos, serranos, garlic, and vinegar.
Time: under 30 minutes
Strawberry Vinegar
A tablespoonful or two of this strawberry vinegar in a glass filled with club soda and ice makes a delightfully cooling drink. It also makes an excellent basting sauce for chicken...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Beurre Maitre d'Hotel Compound Butter
A French classic. This compound butter is filled with parsley and just a hint of lemon flavor. It's perfect on steaks, fish, or vegetables.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Death Wish Hot Sauce
This death sauce goes straight for the habaneros. It's not just pure spice like a lot of crazy-hot sauces, though thanks to honey and garlic, it'll be a sweet death loaded with...
Time: under 30 minutes
Parsley-Lemon Butter
This parsley and lemon variety has a hundred uses from fish to steamed broccoli, but you might find yourself simply spreading it on crusty bread most often.
Time: under 30 minutes
Best Tomato Ketchup
Tomato ketchup is a delicious, tangy condiment. This recipe uses a special blend of spices that yields the best ketchup we've found.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Garlic Parsley Butter
Get ready to spread some excitement with this garlic parsley butter. It's a fresh, garlicky, and slightly rebellious take on your buttery needs.
Time: under 30 minutes
Mango Ginger Chutney
Ginger, red pepper flakes, and chopped coriander accent the tropical mango flavor with their spicy notes. Wonderful on crackers, toasts, and sandwiches.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Garlic Mayonnaise
No, it's not just mayo mixed with garlic. This is the real deal, made from scratch.
Time: under 30 minutes
Cinnamon Butter
This multi-purpose, so-simple-to-make cinnamon butter is a must-have to keep on hand. Use it as a spread on toast or muffins, as a topping on pancakes, or a quick filling for cinnamon...
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Aromatic Vinegar
Sliced lemons and peppercorns make this flavorful vinegar perfect for whipping up easy, delicious dressings for salads and slaws.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Chocolate Peanut Butter
Can't decide between chocolate or peanut butter? No need to choose with this tasty spread made from equal parts of each. Simply melt and blend and use like you would peanut...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chimichurri Sauce
Made with loads of fresh parsley, this South American all-star condiment gives steak, tacos, or fajitas a vibrant pop of flavor to match its bright green color.
Time: under 30 minutes
Low Carb Mayonnaise
This low carb homemade mayonnaise recipe is here to save the day. It's made with only 5 ingredients and in no time at all, you'll be enjoying delicious mayo in everything from...
Time: under 30 minutes
Low Carb Ketchup
Get the same zesty-sweet flavor as commercial ketchup but without all the sugar. Choose a low carb tomato juice to keep this keto-friendly.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Herb and Spice Oil
Discover how easy it is to make your own infusions with this slow cooked herb and spice oil. Perfect for marinades or drizzling over finished dishes.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Hot Mustard
Mustard isn't just an American ball-park condiment. Hot Chinese mustard with vinegar and a touch of sugar is perfect for adding a dose of spicy flavor to egg rolls or other dippable...
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Pepper Chili Oil
Made with olive oil, ground mace, cayenne pepper, extra hot chili powder, naga morich chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, spicy steak seasoning powder
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Sugar Free Ketchup
It's crazy how much sugar is in commercially made ketchup. This homemade variety is sugar-free, and fresher tasting too.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.
A can of cream of mushroom soup can be a real dinner saver. It works great in casseroles and can turn into a sauce or gravy in a pinch.
What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!