There’s a whole wide world of curry spiciness out there for Indian food. You have mild curries for the masses, moderate heat options for those that like a little sizzle in their meals, and some curries with no-doubt-mouth-fire heat. That’s where vindaloo masala powder sits. …
Planning a special dinner and want stuffing with something different to it? Jalapeño stuffing turns the traditional side into something a little edgier. You still get that “warm and fuzzy” homey stuffing feel, but with an added kick. The recipe calls for (of course) jalapeño peppers, which provide a very eatable …
Roasted Brussels sprouts – one of our favorite sides- are made even better (in our book) with the addition of a little heat. That crunch and texture are brought to even more life with a little minced fresh chili (red jalapeño or serrano are terrific) …
Here’s a light summer salad with a zesty kick! As is, this spicy mango avocado salad makes a great appetizer or side. Or top it with grilled chicken or shrimp to turn it into a full meal. It’s a quick and easy dish that is …
What’s better than the creamy, earthy flavor of cream of mushroom soup? How about adding a delicious cayenne-inspired kick? It’s a homey heat that’ll warm you right up in many different ways. This soup is so filling it’s like a meal of its own. The amount …
Ginger snaps always deliver a decent warmth due to the…you guessed it…ginger, along with cinnamon, and cloves. But why not turn that warmth into actual sizzle? Spicy ginger snap cookies do just that. A little cayenne pepper powder packs a little pop to that snap. …
This is where super spicy meets satisfyingly simple. Rich with tomato, onion, and classic Indian spices, our spicy masala eggs are fired by cayenne peppers and brightened with lemon juice. Those big-hitting flavors are paired with the creamy, softly spiced, rice-and-lentil delight called khichdi. If …
Carrot-based hot sauces are surprisingly delicious. They smooth the typical hot sauce tang and provide a little earthiness to the sauce to boot. One of our favorite combos of the bunch is certainly a carrot habanero sauce. It delivers significant spice and the habanero pepper …
The mix of cinnamon and cayenne pepper is one of those spice rack dynamic duos. Cinnamon has that exotic warmth, that sweet earthy flair. And cayenne? Well, it will punch you right in the taste buds. It adds extra life to that homey cinnamon warmth, …
If you love DIY projects in the kitchen, making your own seasoning blends is a ton of fun. It makes the ultimate use of the well-stocked spice rack. One of our favorites is spicy curry powders. And few are spicier than Madras curry powder. There …