Ancho pepper is mild – merely a tickle on the taste buds in terms of spiciness – but there’s plenty of flavor behind this Mexican chili. It’s smoky, earthy, and a little sweet – all of which are perfectly paired with the flavors in pumpkin. …
Tomato juice sure is healthy, but it can be pretty plain. It’s a good thing, then, that tomato and fiery flavors go so well together. In this spicy tomato juice recipe, we use cayenne pepper powder – an easy get from most any spice rack. Though, if …
No, this isn’t a pasta sauce you just “whip up”, but if you want an impressive flavor to pair with simple pasta, this spicy bolognese sauce is worth the squeeze. It’s deliciously spiced – slightly exotic with a kick of spice, yet still very traditional …
It’s easy to see why mie goreng is so mega-popular in Indonesia. Stir-fried pork, shrimp, mushroom, garlic, ginger, onion, green beans and noodles are generously coated with a super-savory mix of soy, kecap manis, and fish sauce. Topped with strips of omelette, it’s served with …
This spicy leek dish pairs beautifully with beef, pork, or even some pan-fried fish. Spicy creamed leaks have a smooth texture with that delicious bitter saltiness of parmesan. This recipe dresses up a run-of-the-mill vegetable into something fit for fine dining. You can season with …
This big-hitter from Jamaica is powered by jerk seasoning — a vibrant blend of high-heat chilies, allspice, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, garlic, onions, and limes. Sweetened by caramel-y brown sugar, and darkened with salty soy, it pairs perfectly with delicately tender chicken. This Jamaican jerk chicken …
So much better when they’re not just the supporting act… Chicken livers with peri-peri peppers. Fab, right? But why not do them the justice they really deserve by highlighting them in a sensational main course. What’s so great about these spicy chicken livers? First, chicken …
Hot, sharp, salty, sour, and nutty. They’re the cornerstone flavors in larb isaan, a super-savory, stylish salad from Laos and Thailand. Our larb recipe features diced chicken cooked with Thai bird’s eye chilies, toasted rice, lime juice, red onion, and fish sauce. Tabbouleh, Waldorf, Nicoise, …
Korea has some of the most flavorsome food around, and these pork chops are no exception. They are so simple to prepare ahead of time. And when you’re ready, it’s only ten minutes to cook. They are perfect for an quick-prep evening meal after a long …
Rooster sauce and cheese? Yes please. The spicy garlic flavor of Sriracha Sauce pairs nicely with cheesy mac and cheese. This recipe double dips on Sriracha: The Rooster Sauce is in the cheese mixture and the sauce (or Sriracha powder) is sprinkled atop the mac …
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