Matt Bray 
A Mexican cuisine staple, the guajillo pepper is gaining in culinary popularity worldwide. More and more recipes are calling for this sweet and smoky pepper. And they are part of the “Holy Trinity” of Mexican chilies used in mole sauce. But they can still be tricky to find …
Fruity sweet, crisp, and spicy – spicy apple chips are a real healthy treat, especially if you’re the “on the go” type. Put a handful into a Ziploc bag and go! They are perfect for lunches and afternoon snacks. The recipe mixes cinnamon and cayenne …
Unbelievably simple and with flavors you just can’t get enough of, this cheese and jalapeño muffin tray bake is exactly like its individual muffin counterparts, but with more bang! This is a perfect comfort food side. Fiery and cheesy just can’t be beat. As to …
You’ll gobble this green! A cross between guacamole and hummus, spicy avocado hummus (a.k.a. guacamole hummus) is a killer dipper. Jalapeño peppers are the driving spice source, with a little chipotle powder thrown in to provide a smoky undertone and extra kick. If you don’t …
Here’s a quick and easy spicy red pepper jam recipe from our community member WMB that’s totally flexible on the spiciness. The recipe as it stands calls for three sweet peppers and four red chili peppers – dealer’s choice on the latter. You can opt …
Chaat masala (or chat masala) is one unique seasoning. A staple of Indian cuisine, it delivers a complex mix of tart, salty, and spicy all rolled into one. So how do you make do if you have none in your cupboard and a recipe calling …
Party time and a good dip go hand in hand. And, if you’re like us, a spicy dip is always the best, especially when paired with cheese. This spicy beer cheese dip checks those boxes and more, with that malty beer twist added to the …
There is Rooster Sauce times two in this deliciously spicy Sriracha meatballs recipe. Not only does the glaze for these meatballs contain Sriracha, but the meatballs also kick things up a notch, too. The heat is balanced with fresh ginger, honey, soy sauce, and sesame …
Pumpkin season means pumpkins are…well in everything. Soups, drinks, desserts, and yes…sauces. They are particularly good with Mexican sauces like mole. And it makes sense. Mole sauce is already deliciously earthy and sweet, making pumpkin, a vegetable native to Mexico, a perfect addition to the mix. …
When jalapeño hummus isn’t enough, get ready for the habanero hammer. Habanero hummus may look unassuming, but don’t be fooled. It’s very hot. Habaneros are at least ten times hotter than jalapeños and, at minimum, twice the heat of cayenne peppers. If you opt for fresh habs instead …