It’s kind of funny. I live in Kansas City, the BBQ capital of the world – and yet I’m about as clueless in the ways of my city’s finest as it comes.
My idea of a spicy condiment is Dijon mustard – and even then, just a light shmear, please.
I do know enough, at least, to have been thrilled when Madison’s Original Hot Sauce contacted me to let me know me that they are newly certified kosher by the Kof-K (in addition to being all-natural and vegan).
Because for those of you who enjoy a little fire in your belly, it’s good to have options. Especially when those options are as pleasantly peppery – with rich garlicky undertones – as Madison’s.
The creation of Brad Child, Madison’s is named for US President James Madison, who is said to have stocked U.S. ships with spicy condiments so sailors could spruce up the bland food they were served out at sea.
Available at Whole Foods, Madison’s is perfect not only to perk up your grilling, but also to add interest to all your vegetarian and gluten-free cooking, too.
Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 2 cans black beans, rinsed and strained
- 1 shallot
- 1 chopped garlic clove, minced
- 1 – 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Zest & juice of lime
- 2 teaspoons Madison’s Original Hot Sauce 1 1/4 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
1. To cook the quinoa, add 1 cup rinsed quinoa to 1 ¼ parts liquid. Bring to a simmer; reduce to low and cover, cooking around 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional five minutes. Set aside and let cool completely.2. To prepare the burgers, add 1 ½ black beans, shallot, garlic, spices, lime zest, juice and Madison’s Original Hot Sauce to the bowl of a food processor fit with a steel blade, processing until mixture is a coarse, chunky puree. Transfer to mixing bowl and set aside.
3. Add remaining beans, cooked quinoa and tomato paste and stir together. Shape the mixture into 6 patties and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or longer. Over medium heat, add olive oil and patties. Cook 3-5 minutes per side.
4. Serve with a drizzle of Madison’s Original Hot Sauce.
Would you like to give Madison’s a try? One lucky KOAB reader will win a Madison’s gift package, including a dozen bottles of Madison’s Original Hot Sauce, an embroidered Madison’s polo shirt, and a two-serving classic George Forman grill.
Here’s how to enter the giveaway:
Leave a comment on this post telling me your favorite condiment. This comment is required to be entered to win this giveaway.
For two additional entries, you may:
Join the more than 6,400 people who like Kosher on a Budget on Facebook. Then come back and leave a separate comment that you have done so. If you already like KOAB, thank you — just leave a comment to that effect.
Like Madison’s Hot Sauce on Facebook, then come back and leave a separate comment that you have done so.
This giveaway is open only to residents of the United States who are 18 or older. Entries will be accepted until Thursday, October 24th at 11:59 p.m. CST. The winner will be selected randomly and notified by email immediately. He or she will have 48 hours to respond. Good luck!
Disclosure: I received complimentary products from Madison’s to facilitate my review; Madison’s will also provide the winner of this contest with his or her prize package. I was not compensated for hosting this giveaway nor for sharing my (positive) opinions. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC regulations.
My family loves hot sauce and puts it on everything. My husband even makes his own schug
I liked koab on Facebook and
we love ketchup, mustard and mayo (i know we are boring)
I liked madison hot sauce page
I love your page!
teriyaki sauce!
like KOAB on FB
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I like any condiment as long as it’s HOT
pickles and mayo! if i was stuck on an island with just those two things, i would have no problem!
thanks – you’re the best and you make my life so easy on a regular basis. i just do whatever you tell me to!
Sweet salsa!
My favourite condiment is tamari.
I also follow Kosher on a Budget on Facebook.
Life is not worth living without pesto. I can eat it with a spoon.
I’m a FB fan
honey Dijon mustard
I am already a FB fan
liked madisons hot sauce
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Sriracha!
I already like KOAB and recommend it
Liked Madison’s on FB
My favorite condiment is soy sauce!
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I love sriracha!
I’m also a fan of KOAB on Facebook.
My favorite condiment is Sriracha!
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I like schug! Bring on the spice! 🙂
I have been and continue to like KOAB on FB. Thanks!
I liked Madison’s Hot Sauce on Facebook.
Im boring- i like ketchup! Or garlic mayo is always good too.
Like you already on fb, for years now already 🙂
probably sriracha
I like Tabasco sauce; flaming good!
I have liked KOAB and Madison’s Hot Sauce on FB – Definitely my fav is HOT sauce…the hotter the better
Cranberry Horseradish . I use this on everything. It gives a punch to all my sandwiches.
bbq sauce
Depends on what, hots dogs, gotta be pickle relish. Hamburgers, pickles.
After recently relocating back stateside I enjoy the emails n see I have lots to relearn. Thank you
Spicy brown mustard
Favorite condiment: Honey mustard
Liked KOAB on facebook long time ago 🙂
Liked Madison’s original hot sauce on FB.. thanks for the contest!! 🙂
dijon mustard
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long time liker on facebook! great info – thanks!
Love spicy mayo!!!!!!!!!! 🙂
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I love ketchup!
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