This came about because my in-laws are here, and we made a big ol crockpot of chili yesterday. Wifey didn't want to make it too spicy for her parents, so consequently it had almost no bite at all. It was basically tomato sauce with some meat & beans. Out of desperation I added a dose of Tobasco, but then the flavor was sub-optimal. Because our kitchen is undergoing some renovation at the moment, I couldn't find my chili powder, cayenne, etc. It was like I was in food hell. I mean, what good is chili if it doesn't clear out the sinuses a bit?

The poll is one to five stars, like you'd order at a Thai restaurant. Don't go lying to us trying to convince us you're all manly because you like a ton of spicy stuff. Vote based on what you really like. Five stars is lips burning, face bright red, and sweating profusely. I know some of you probably sweat profusely all the time, but I specifically mean spice-induced sweating. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" />

I'm a solid 3+ stars (voted 3). I don't mind 4 stars and I'll partake if it's a flavorful spicy (not just burning hot for the sake of burning hot) in authentic ethnic cuisine. I don't really enjoy 5 star levels of spice.

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Last edited by ScottFW; 11/26/08 07:16 PM.
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