Two James Beard-Award winners show how to unlock the secrets of the global pantry and elevate all your favorite foods.

 • Make the most succulent pot roast ever with oyster sauce.

• Transform a broiled salmon filet with miso. • Give an irresistible kick to chicken wings with gochujang.

• Turn out the crunchiest French toast with panko breadcrumbs.

• Use Mexican chorizo to add depth to a quick skillet chili.

• Enliven a no-churn ice cream pie with freeze-dried berries. 

• Impart a savory kick to shrimp and grits with sambal oelek.

• Add coconut milk to banana pudding—it’s magical. 

• And even your best ribs will take on a sticky new deliciousness with sweet soy sauce.