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Lionel Hitchen (Essential Oils) Ltd – Experts in Oleoresins

by Hot Juan on April 13, 2010 · 0 comments

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In 1965 Lionel Hitchen formed Lionel Hitchen (Essential Oils) Ltd to manufacture concentrated citrus oils, over the years the business diversified into the manufacturer of Oleoresins.

Oleoresin Manufacturing Processes

Oleoresin Manufacturing Processes

Chilli Oleoresins form a interesting part of their range, they are produced using only the best quality raw materials, the chillies are ground and then placed in solvents to extract the active ingredients , the solvent is then distilled off in a vacuum to produce a highly concentrated oleoresin.

Oleoresins are highly stable when compared to fresh ingredients and are extremely resistant to microbiological contamination, providing a 100% reliable product in terms of flavour and strength.

Lionel Hitchen can provide extracts from a range of chillies including:-

  • Arbol - Primarily used to make sauces, but used in soups and stews, caramel, lollipops, and pan-coated confectioneries.
  • Habanero - Used in salsas, chutneys and Caribbean cuisine, mixing especially well in salsas with fruit.
  • Ancho - With a mild heat, it is used in mole, enchilada sauces, tamales and stews.
  • Chipotle – Used in soups, stews, ketchups and also in Chocolates where they provide a unique experience.
  • Jalapeno - Their popular use in “nachos” has made them a mandatory ingredient for sauces, dips, cheeses and snacks.
  • Guajilli - This chilli is the base for rich chili con carne and classic Tex-Mex cuisine. Guajillo are traditionally used in Mexican cuisine, from mole sauces to stews.

There range does not just include chillies but oleoresins from Aniseed, Basil, Bay, Caraway Oleoresin, Cardamom, Cassia , Celery Leaf, Celery Seed, Chive, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander Leaf, Coriander Seed, Cumin, Cumin Roasted, Dill, Fennel, Garden Mint, Garlic , Ginger, Laurel, Leek, Lemongrass, Lovage, Mace, Marjoram, Massoia, Nutmeg, Onion, Oregano, Paprika, Parsley, Pepper, Pepper Bell, Pimento, Sage, Savory, Spearmint, Rosemary, Tarragon, Thyme, Tomato, Turmeric.

For more information visit www.lheo.co.uk

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The Rangoon Racquets Club – Methi Curry Sauce

by Hot Juan on October 6, 2009 · 1 comment

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The Rangoon Racquets Club - Methi Curry Sauce

The Rangoon Racquets Club - Methi Curry Sauce

We found this sauce on the Hot-Headz stand at the Wessex Chilli Festival and it appealed to my Wife Sonia as it was milk free (very important if you have a milk allergy).

Ingredients: Tomato, Onions, Lemon Juice, Canola Oil, Garlic, Mixed Spices, Ginger, Salt, Methi 1% (Fenugreek Leaves), Green Cardamom Pods, Chilli, Whole Cloves.

What is Methi? – Methi is a herb; it is the leaves of the Fenugreek plant. The seeds of Fenugreek are used as a spice; both are commonly found in curries.

When you open the jar, the smell is fantastic, I mean really fantastic. I started by frying some cubed turkey until it is lightly browned, then following the instructions we added the ½ the sauce and 200ml of stock and reduced it until it thickened, at this point I had a queue in the kitchen holding plates.

I served it on a bed of rice and peas, and it did not last long. The flavour was great, a tingle in the nose from the lemon and a thick spicy tomato sauce, everyone will love this, it has a mild kick from the chilli, if you want more heat it would be easy to add without compromising the taste, or how about adding some freshly chopped chilli as a condiment with it.

The really good news is that this is on special offer at the moment it has been reduced from £3.99 to £1.99, visit the Hot-Headz web site to order yourself a batch now.

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