Easy Pico De Gallo
Here’s an easy pico de gallo recipe that takes no time at all to make — from prep to table in under 20 minutes. That’s a lot of flavor in a little time. We love this salsa fresca as a spicy side (a great alternative to …
Here’s an easy pico de gallo recipe that takes no time at all to make — from prep to table in under 20 minutes. That’s a lot of flavor in a little time. We love this salsa fresca as a spicy side (a great alternative to …
Like a little smoky edge to your sauces? Don’t ignore what chipotle peppers can quickly bring to the table, particularly in simple ketchup-based sauces like cocktail sauce. This chipotle cocktail sauce brings plenty of horseradish spiciness but adds an earthy, smoky zip via chipotle in …
This one is a no-brainer for Bloody Mary fans. Turn your classic ketchup into a zesty condiment version of the popular cocktail! It’s tangy, peppery, and fiery — like a good spicy Bloody Mary should be. This is a delicious traditional ketchup alternative for french …
Nam prik pao is sometimes called Thai chili jam and is a spicy, savory condiment traditionally served with fresh vegetables. You will need it to get that authentic taste in many Thai-style recipes for soups and stir-fried dishes, but it is not yet a common …
Spicy beef taco salad is one of those recipes that gets everyone in the family excited for meal time. It’s a mix of hot and cold: jalapeños (green or red) to kick start that fire and a cooling yogurt sauce to mellow it out again. …
The perfect topping for nachos, potato wedges, or even just in a bread bun, this smoky pulled chicken is a moist and flavorful dish with a very eatable level of heat. Any Mexican or Tex-Mex dish is made better with smoky pulled chicken. It’s a …
Turn up that soy! Sure, soy sauce with a little wasabi thrown in adds some tasty heat to sushi, pot stickers, and other Asian dippables. But how about going the hot pepper route? It’s easy to do, and the heat hits in a totally different …
Dried chilies are a terrific way to save space in the kitchen and to enjoy chili pepper heat all-year round. To use them for most recipes, you’re going to need to rehydrate them prior to use, but what’s the best way to do this? Rehydrating just means adding water, is …
Exotic and a just a little fiery, spicy butter chicken is a one hearty and satisfying dish. Chili powder and cayenne provide a touch of sizzle, which, of course, you can control. Pairing those with ginger, cumin, and other exotic flavors in this recipe and …
Here’s a feel-good soup with a little more zip! Slow cooker chicken soup is one of those dishes that fills the home with yummy aromas. It’s a comfort food staple – just the kind of recipe that’s a ton of fun to twist with a little extra …
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