THE JANK GOURMET BBQ SAUCE
The Goodness—Diabetes Friendly
Here in Texas almost everyone loves barbecue. The first cookouts after a rainy season won’t be complete without a sauce that’ll leave you wanting more. But what about all the sweeteners and their calories?
Well, The Jank Gourmet BBQ Sauce of Weslaco has you covered. The Goodness, The Jank’s diabetes friendly option made with monk fruit, is perfect for satisfying your cravings without the guilt.
We love The Goodness on ribs straight from the grill, but it’s also delicious on cauliflower wings or as a simple dipping sauce.
Lamar Jones’ spectacular sauce has lined H-E-B’s shelves for a couple of years now and people can’t get enough. Jones won H-E-B Supplier of the Year more than once after creating a culture around his brand dedicated to supporting the health of families and giving back to the community.
Get a bottle for yourself at your local retailer or online at bbqjank.com.
CHORIZO DE SAN MANUEL
Original Pork Chorizo
Growing up in the RGV it’s hard to not know the Chorizo de San Manuel brand. It is well known for quality and using the best ingredients. The story began when Adolfo Guerra started selling his homemade pork chorizo at his convenience store. More than a half-century later, the tradition continues under the tutelage of the Flores family, which expanded the operation from the original general store in San Manuel to the entire U.S. and neighboring countries.
The original pork chorizo recipe includes spices such as black peppercorns, garlic, a combination of different chiles and a couple of other secret ingredients. One hundred percent natural, these pork links can be used in various ways, but our favorite is chorizo con huevo with corn tortillas and some avocado. The Chorizo de San Manuel brand also includes rubs, hard chorizo and quality meats, which can be found on its website. Some products are available at local retailers and at H-E-B stores. Visit chorizodesanmanuel.com.
SERENDIPITY JELLY
Strawberry Pequin Jelly
The first company to commercially market jalapeño jelly in 1978, Serendipity Jelly, has nailed the spicy-sweet flavor combo. Its various chile-infused jellies have become a favorite at the Valley’s farmers’ markets.
Serendipity Jelly is owned by Michelle and Chris Breeden. They fell in love with the business, bought it in 2018 and since, have sold more than 21,000 jars of jelly. A lot of those were their Strawberry Pequin flavor.
With “just the right amount of heat to make you come back for more” and with a wonderful mix of strawberry and the pequin chile, this jelly is great for snacking with cream cheese and crackers or on a slice of toast. Serendipity jellies may be found at Tesori in Port Isabel, at the various Breadsmith locations and online at serendipityjelly.com.
THOMPSON DAIRY FARMS
Goat Chego
Who isn’t obsessed with cheese? We love putting it on everything. But sometimes we don’t want all the fat and the bloating that come with consuming cow’s milk. Thanks to a wonderful alternative from Thompson Dairy Farms, we can enjoy our charcuterie boards sans gut pain.
Thompson offers a decadent goat chego that initially hits the palate with a sharpness and finishes with a smooth nuttiness. It’s perfect for pairing with curated meats and a glass of wine.
All of the farm’s products can be found in its store, at the True Food Market in Harlingen, at most of the Valley’s farmers’ markets and online at truefoodmarkets.com.
- What’s in your kitchen? What local products do you like? Send us a note at hola@ediblergv.com.
