Snacks, Spreads, Salsas, Rubs – The Frugal Chef

Cauliflower is naturally low in carbohydrates, with only 3g of net carbs per serving, making it a fantastic snack option for those on a low-carb or keto diet. The addition of lime or lemon gives ...

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Let’s make some Brussels sprouts chips today! These crispy bites are incredibly easy to prepare and are the perfect solution when you’re craving something salty and crunchy, all while staying...

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This Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce recipe is a fantastic option for anyone following a keto lifestyle. The keto diet emphasizes low-carb and high-fat foods, making it essential to avoid traditional BBQ sa...

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Vegan sour cream can be made using different base ingredients, each bringing its unique qualities to the table. Two popular bases for vegan sour cream are cashews and silken tofu. Cashew-Based Ve...

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I have made two recipes for vegan mayonnaise for you. The first one is made with silken tofu and the second one is oiled based. Silken tofu is a type of tofu known for its smooth, delicate textur...

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Roasting chickpeas until they are crisp transforms this humble legume into a crunchy, flavorful, and nutritious snack that rivals even the most popular store-bought options. The process of roasti...

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Let’s make three different types of salsa verde today. All of these can be used for topping tacos or in enchiladas or as dips. I am making a spicy, medium and mild one for you. Origin of Salsa ...

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This easy pesto recipe is made with walnuts and basil leaves. It is fantastic with pasta but it also goes very nicely with vegetables, on pizza, in sandwiches, with shrimp, fish, chicken, soups, ...

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These Parmesan cheese crackers are made with fresh Rosemary. They are super easy to make but will dress up any appetizer tray beautifully. They are exquisite on their own but try eating them with...

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These date bars are made with almonds and walnuts. They are a great energy pick up that is very easy to make. Send them to school or take them along whenever you need a natural and healthy pick m...

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This Thai peanut sauce recipe is very easy to make and is absolutely delicious. It goes beautifully with Thai appetizers like chicken or beef satay. You will need crunchy peanut butter for this s...

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These zucchini chips are easy to make and are a great side or snack. We are going to dip them in beaten egg white and then coat them in a mixture of bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Zucchini chi...

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This homemade pizza sauce is probably one of the best sauces you will ever make. It is excellent. Loaded in flavor with tons of garlic and herbs. I add a little chili pepper — which is optional...

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This cereal bar recipe is very, very good. The bars are chewy, super tasty and they are very easy to make. These are not baked and will last you for months in the fridge. If you can’t find Amar...

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This ranch dressing recipe is easy and can be used as a dressing or a dip. It is smooth and loaded with fresh flavors from the herbs. It is also gluten free. Serve this ranch dressing recipe as a...

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This cream cheese frosting recipe is made without butter but with two different kinds of cream cheese and whipping cream. It is smooth, creamy and delicious. The cheeses we will use here are regu...

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This homemade tartar sauce recipe is very easy and quick to make when you are serving fish or seafood. I like using it for my fish sticks or battered fish and seafood recipes. I know that it is c...

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Tomatillo salsa is also known as salsa verde. It is a green sauce that is used in a variety of Mexican dishes. It is tart and very, very good. Tomatillo salsa is used as is with chips or in dishe...

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This chimichurri sauce recipe is made with fresh fresh parsley and is very easy to make. It will dress up grilled beef and chicken beautifully. Chimichurri is an Argentinian green sauce made from...

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Here is my white sauce recipe for you. White sauce is also known as Bechamel and is used as is or as a base for other sauces such as cheese sauce for pasta. There really is not much to a white sa...

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This berry coulis recipe is very versatile as you can make it with any frozen or fresh berry you like. It is a wonderful complement to everything from ice cream to cheese cakes. A coulis is a sor...

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How to make bbq sauce. This homemade bbq sauce is so good you will never want to buy bottled BBQ sauce again! It does use a lot of ingredients but the final result is a fantastic, thick and sweet...

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This red enchilada sauce recipe is made with re-hydrated Mexican ancho chilies. It is authentic and much better than store bought. It is well worth the work. I love enchiladas drenched in red sau...

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This sour cream substitute is very easy to make and will get you out of any pickles. Sometimes you live in places where sour cream is not a staple — like Vanuatu — and you need some for recip...

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Caramel sauce is great for desserts. It is especially great on vanilla ice cream. Here is what you need to do for this: Makes about 1 3/4 cup sauce 1 cup sugar 6 TBS unsalted butter – softened ...

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This fresh salsa recipe is called Pico de Gallo. It is made with fresh white onions, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños and lime juice. It is extremely easy to make and will add tremendously to tacos...

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Let me show youhow to make chicken milanesas with fresh tomato salsa today. Chicken milanesas are called different things around the world, one of them being chicken schnitzel. Chicken milanesas ...

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These blueberry bars can be made with frozen or fresh blueberries which makes it possible to make all year round. They are very colorful and loaded in flavor. Picture this – a soft orange filli...

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This recipe for Russian dressing is easy, quick and a great substitute for the traditional one which is made with yogurt or sour cream. Use it for salads or Reuben sandwiches. Russian dressing an...

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This mole sauce is absolutely wonderful. The amazing combination of spices, nuts and chilies makes this a deep and bold sauce. It takes a lot of work but it is well worth it! You can freeze this ...

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Chocolate ganache is a rich and glossy mixture of chocolate and cream. It is a staple in both professional and home kitchens due to its versatility and luscious texture. Ganache can be used in a ...

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A coulis is made from vegetables and fruits to enhance dishes. It is typically made from berries. This particular one is made from strawberries. Here is what you need to do for this: 1 cup strawb...

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Let’s make a pear and avocado salsa today.  This recipe comes from one of our YouTube viewers. It is amazing. The combination of flavors are just spectacular. Here is what you need for this: 1...

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Pita chips are a great alternative to potato chips. They are crunchy and delicious. These are made with herbs and spices for enhanced flavor. They are very good. You can eat pita chips as is for ...

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This spicy tomato salsa gets it’s heat from chipotle peppers. It is fresh and absolutely exquisite. It goes excellently with chips and stews, tacos, burritos and just about anything you like. O...

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This is how I make my spread for hamburgers. It is easy and very tasty. I use it for almost every hamburger I make. Here is what you need for this: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup ketchup 1 TBS yellow...

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This easy Hollandaise sauce is silky and delicious. It is made by beating egg yolks with lemon juice and a little water over a water bath and then incorporating butter into it. It is a little tri...

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There are many different kinds of sweet and sour sauce recipes — especially in Asia. This particular sweet and sour sauce recipe is Chinese and is used for appetizers such as egg rolls, spring ...

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In this post I want to show you how to make honey mustard. It is easy to make and is used as a compliment for many meals. Honey mustard sauce is great for dipping, as a sandwich spread or as sala...

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Let’s make a gorgonzola sauce today. This sauce goes very well with pasta. You can serve it with spaghetti, fettuccine, linguine or gnocchi. It is not a healthy sauce but it is great for once i...

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Tomatillos are also known as husk tomatoes – although they are only relatives of the tomato. They come covered in a husk and are quite sticky when peeled. A simple rinse will take care of this....

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These refried black beans are great for burritos, tostadas, tacos, huevos rancheros or anything you desire! You can also serve it as a dip. Pair it with the chipotle spicy salsa and you will have...

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Here is the video version of my pizza sauce. This is very easy to make and renders enough sauce for two large pizzas. It will keep in the fridge, in a covered container, for up to 10 days. Here i...

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This BBQ sauce offers a delightful departure from traditional varieties, particularly favored in states where mustard-based sauces reign supreme. Known for their tangy and slightly spicy profile,...

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Homemade pizza sauce adds a fresh and flavorful touch to homemade pizzas, offering a vibrant base that enhances the overall taste of the pizza toppings and crust. To create a delicious homemade p...

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Mangoes and avocados offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures that complement each other beautifully. Mangoes bring a bright, sweet, and slightly tangy taste with a juicy, succulent...

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Pineapple salsa with red onion is a vibrant and refreshing condiment that combines sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with contrasting textures. The star ingredient, pineapple, contributes a juicy s...

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Black beans and corn are a classic flavor combination often found in various cuisines, particularly in Latin American dishes. Their pairing brings a balance of textures and flavors that is both s...

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Tomatillos, also known as Mexican husk tomatoes, are small, round fruits that are a staple in Mexican cuisine. They are often green but can also be purple or red. Tomatillos are encased in a pape...

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How to make barbecue sauce. Here’s another great barbecue sauce made with chili sauce – ketchup with a kick! It is a little spicy and very tasty. Use it on chicken, pork or beef. If you do no...

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In this post I want to show you how to make tartar sauce at home. This recipe is extremely easy and will render you about 1.5 cups of sauce. Although I do not make my own mayonnaise for this reci...

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This pico de gallo recipe is quick and easy and superbly fresh. Pico de gallo is a raw Mexican salsa that is made from onion, tomatoes, jalapenos and lime juice — although I did not add any to ...

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I named this rub beef rib rub because it goes especially well with – well – beef ribs! However, it is also wonderful with pork and chicken. I like it as a change because it is not sweet. This...

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Let’s make a dry rub for ribs today. This is a nice combination of spices that goes especially well with baby back ribs. It is a great, inexpensive gift to give! Here is what you need for this:...

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This roasted tomato salsa gets it’s heat from chipotle peppers and chile arbol. It is quite easy to make and is delicious with chips or on rice or with scrambled eggs. I also like to slather it...

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This black olive tapenade is loaded in flavor and nutrients. It is a great substitute for butter or olive oil on bread or crostini or crackers. It is also very easy to make. You can also make tap...

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Let’s make a pineapple salsa today. Pineapples are a tropical fruit known for their sweet and tangy flavor, as well as their distinctive spiky skin and tuft of green leaves. Native to South Ame...

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This mango papaya chutney is easy to make and absolutely exquisite. It is great to make when mangoes are in season and at a good price. This mango papaya chutney goes beautifully with pork but it...

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This homemade barbecue sauce is made with raw tomatoes instead of ketchup. It is very, very good and quite easy to make. If you would like to make your sauce with ketchup you can make this other ...

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Using a dry rub for ribs offers several advantages that enhance both the flavor and texture of the meat. Here are some key benefits: Enhanced Flavor Intense Seasoning: Dry rubs are a blend of var...

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Using a dry rub for chicken offers numerous advantages that can significantly enhance the taste, texture, and overall cooking experience. Here are some of the key benefits: Enhanced Flavor Intens...

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This strawberry jam recipe is surprisingly quick and easy to make. It can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries so you can enjoy it all year long. This is a great jam to make when strawberrie...

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This is by far the best chutney recipe in the world. It is made with lots of ingredients but is completely worth it. I learned this recipe from my friend Carmen in California. It is not something...

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I have compiled a list of dry rubs for meats recipes for you. These are all easy to make and offer great results. You w ill find them at the bottom of this page. Dry rubs offer several advantages...

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