Spicy Chili Crisp

I do not usually eat much spicy food, and this was outside my comfort zone. It was not the right flavor choice for me.

I added this at the table rather than while cooking. That let me adjust the heat on my own plate and keep the crunchy texture.

I tried a small spoonful on a noodle bowl and liked the stronger heat. I would keep this for meals where I specifically want a spicy finish.

I wanted a little kick on eggs and found this stronger than I personally enjoy. I would choose one of the mild options instead.

I enjoyed a little with rice more than I did on a lightly dressed salad. For my taste, it needs something substantial alongside it.

I liked a small amount over a taco with avocado and lime. I would use a light hand so the chili crisp does not dominate the filling.

The heat was the main difference I noticed in my bowl. I liked keeping it on the side and adding more as I ate.

The crunchy topping was enjoyable, but this was not the jar I would use every day. A milder flavor would fit more of my meals.

Made crispy chickpeas for a snack, tossed them with this, and ate the lot while the movie was still getting started. no leftovers.

I liked this on pizza, but my first spoonful was more than I needed. Starting small worked better for my taste.

I used Spicy with noodles, a fried egg, and cucumber. I liked being able to add the heat at the end instead of changing the whole recipe. A small spoonful was a good starting point, and I added another little bit to the last few bites.

The heat lingers, but there's still plenty of savory flavor to notice. I enjoyed the way both came through in a peanut dipping sauce, especially with a squeeze of lime.