Sweet chili sauce is always a spicy food fan favorite. Even kids get into the flavor, that pairing of sweet and a little heat tickling the tongue. But this recipe is for the more hardcore extreme eaters out there. This is an extra-spicy sweet chili …
Sweet hot sauces are a ton of fun to play with, simply because they are so crazily versatile. For instance, this raspberry scotch bonnet hot sauce offers up quite a punch of flavor, rich, sweet, and fiery. It’s just as good on chicken as it …
Let’s turn plain yellow mustard sauce into something more wicked. We love BBQ sauces that lean into tang more than sweetness, and few do that better than a spicy mustard BBQ sauce. We’re not saying there isn’t a little sweetness in this recipe. Honey helps even out …
Sweet and fruity, with a hammer drop. That’s what you should expect from this peach habanero BBQ sauce. Any recipe that uses a dozen habanero peppers is meant for a true spicy food lover. If you’re one, you’ll love the extreme fruity heat here. It’s …
So you have just a little mac and cheese leftover from yesterday’s meal? Don’t throw it away! It makes one killer spicy sandwich. Seriously, this spicy grilled Mac and cheese sandwich recipe will make you seriously look at this classic side in a whole different light. …
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 …
Pickle de gallo is a unique take on the classic Mexican salsa, pico de gallo. While the traditional recipe calls for a simple mix of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice, pickle de gallo brings a fresh twist to the table by incorporating pickles …
Bacon and spice is a perfect combo if you ask us, and it all comes to life in this stuffed jalapeños with bacon recipe. It makes a great appetizer before the big game or at a barbecue party. The ingredients are simple, but the taste is …
Chicken adobo is one of those “simple, yet complex” dishes that makes you feel like a rock star in the kitchen. It’s simple to make, yet the flavor is deep and bold. Best of all, it’s simple to experiment with the spices to create something …
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 …
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