Here’s a delicious citrusy and spiced twist on the classic pound cake recipe. Our spiced blood orange pound cake pairs the tasty and rich sweetness of those blood oranges with a touch of heat from cayenne pepper. It’s just a little heat. Think of it …
In chili-loving Madagascar, there’s a hugely popular hot sauce called ‘sakay’. It usually stars habanero chilies – fondly known locally as ‘the pepper even five men cannot eat’. In this Madagascar steaks recipe, we’re pairing sakay with griddle-seared sirloins, green peppercorn sauce, and two Madagascan …
You can bet you’ll be going back for seconds of these pickled jalapeño deviled eggs. It has all that delicious creamy and mustardy flavor you want, plus so much more. Pickled jalapeño peppers amplify the tang and provide a good level of spiciness that most …
Separated by a dividing line of refried beans, two gently fried eggs sit opposite one another on their contrasting salsas. With a pair of warm tortillas alongside, this is huevos divorciados, one of the world’s finest chili-fired breakfast treats. Here’s a happy dish that’s all …
Spicy snacking is one of our favorite things to do, though adding smokiness to the table really takes things to another level. These fiery smoked almonds are pure yum and simple to make. Prep only takes 10 minutes and then the remainder of the time …
Talk about a perfect side for cheese. Our spicy fig chutney leans into the delicious flavor of the sticky fruit, along with jalapeño pepper, apple, onion, garlic, and black pepper. It’s a bold, feel-good mix of flavors that’ll have you coming back for more. If …
Korean cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors and intricate balance between spicy, tangy, and savory elements. One dish that ties that all together perfectly is Korean cucumber salad, also known as “Oi Muchim.” This refreshing side dish is a staple in Korean households and …
These chili burgers compete head-on with the joys of a great steak. Juicily tender inside, and with a sealing char on the outside, there are huge flavors here. The secret to such stellar burgers? Just follow some simple rules. It’s now a hundred years since …
Mixed nuts and chili pepper are quite the natural pairing. After all, they are a snack that’s full of earthy flavor. And that works so well with heat. And sweet. So it’s no surprise that spicy honey cashews are such a hit whenever they’re around. …
There’s both sweet and heat in these honey Old Bay wings. The famous Chesapeake seasoning brings its own subtle paprika-based spice, but sprinkle a little cayenne with the honey and you have a nice little bite, too. They’re perfect for game day or the family party. …
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