Nicola Turner 
This scotch bonnet orange hot sauce is an incredibly quick and easy hot sauce full of fruity flavor and big heat. Try a few dashes in a fruit salad or add to an orange glaze to give some fire to your desserts. You can even drizzle …
Indian food is known for being enticingly fragrant (and delicious) and this spicy Indian lentil dhal is no exception. It’s a buttery, fiery, and wholesome dish – total comfort. And it’s remarkably versatile – serve it as an appetizer or side with pita bread or use …
If you’re looking for a gazpacho that’s a little outside the box, try giving this spicy Thai tuna gazpacho a shot. It’s spicy and fragrant, cool and exotic. Really, the flavor is simply addicting. In terms of spiciness, the two teaspoons of cayenne pepper provides …
Smoked haddock and jalapeño chowder is such a delicious warming meal, with a perfect balance of cheese and spice. Pair that with the smokiness of the fish and this recipe is such a delight to eat any time of the year. The fresh jalapeños provide …
Scotch broth soup is a traditional hearty Scottish soup, but you now find it all around the globe. It’s not typically spicy, but here we bring it to fiery life with the addition of chili pepper. And it’s pure yum. Originally this farmhouse soup would …
Spicy fiesta lime chicken is a delicious Mexican-inspired dish — with just a little spice and lots of zing! Pickled jalapeño peppers provide a bit of both, along with piri-piri seasoning, fresh lime juice, and lime zest. And then there’s the crunch. Those tortilla chips …
Here’s a recipe all the way from Africa. Spicy groundnut soup is an easy and affordable way to share a delicious meal packed full of vegetables. And it has a distinct (but mild) nuttiness (from peanut butter in this recipe.) Even if you aren’t a …
Chili chestnut stuffing with sausage is a riff on a holiday classic that can be enjoyed all year round. It’s delicious served with any meat, from holiday turkey to summer steaks. We keep it simple in terms of ingredients, but feel free to experiment with …
Looking for a tasty use for those extra celery sticks accumulating in your refrigerator? This simple celery and jalapeño soup recipe handles that excess well. And it adds a touch of spiciness to give this “filling, but bland” creamy soup a flavorful edge. This soup …
Talk about a drink that will make you feel like you’re relaxing in the summer sun. This spicy gin and orange cocktail is a delicious complement to warm days (and a terrific reminder of summer days to come during the chillier months!). This recipe allows …