Matt Bray 
Most people meet the cayenne as a powder rather than as a pepper. It sits in the spice rack somewhere near the cumin, and it gets reached for whenever a dish needs to be hotter without tasting different. That is the whole job, and the …
It’ll satiate your sweet craving. It’ll fulfill your fix for fiery. Oh, and salty? It has that covered, too. That’s the beauty of sweet and spicy bacon — it just hits the spot across all of your taste buds. It’s the type of extra-special breakfast side …
Step aside wasabi, it’s time to spice up soy sauce in chili pepper style. This Sriracha soy sauce recipe is so simple, yet so very delicious. The Sriracha sauce heat is tempered (just slightly) with the sweetness of brown sugar added to the sauce. That …
Pickled jalapeños are among the most versatile of all foods preserved in brine. Not only can they provide a briny flavor like that of pickled cucumbers, they deliver that deliciously eatable spiciness as well. Because they bring both heat and acidity, you can use them …
Japanese cuisine and spicy aren’t often a pairing that goes together, but there are some exceptions. One is shichimi togarashi seasoning. The popular Japanese spice mix, also known as Japanese seven-spice seasoning, is popular for everything from Asian soups and tempura to noodles and grilled …
If you’re one for smoky and sweet heat (we sure are), you’re going to love this cherry chipotle BBQ sauce. The chipotle peppers layer in that deep earthy smoked heat, and the rich sweetness of the cherries and molasses go toe-to-toe with the spice. It’s bold …
You can bet this spicy bourbon bbq sauce will be a grilling hit. And not only for the bourbon undertones (which you’ll love). There’s a smoky spice here that’s just to die for with ribs and steaks. Best of all, it takes no time to …
Here’s a quick recipe that’ll add a delicious sweet spice to your chicken, pork, or salmon. Honey Sriracha glaze is all of five ingredients and no more than five minutes to make. It’s really simple, yet the flavor makes it seem like so much more. Sweet, slightly …
Aromatic and flavorful? Check. Spicy? Triple check. Habanero bitters take no prisoners, so use with care. It’s high-heat habanero fruitiness mixed with the big flavors of molasses, allspice, and cloves. A dash or two may be all your cocktail needs to spice it into sun-like life. …
With the popularity of spicy foods on the rise, chili paste has taken on more and more prominence in the kitchen. But unlike its hot sauce cousin, it’s not nearly as easy to pick up at your local grocer. So what are your options if your …
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