Influenced by Spain, this fabada-style recipe takes pork and beans to a higher level. Smoked ham hock, chorizo sausage, and belly pork are simmered with cayenne pepper, paprika, cannellini beans, garlic, onions and potatoes. Big flavors, big servings. Result? Big applause. It’s delicious as a …
Brown sugar is a staple for many tasty baked bean recipes- it’s earthy and sweet, perfect for the rustic flavor of this popular BBQ side. But that extra sugar isn’t the best option for everyone. If you’re cutting the sugar from your life, here’s a …
Hot, fiery, and incredibly versatile, spicy chakalaka is extremely popular across Southern Africa. The reason is simple. It can play Oscar-winning roles as a main course, side dish, or relish. I can’t think of anything I’ve eaten that has so many possibilities. Chilies might get …
Spiced pineapple is such a simple recipe but so incredibly versatile. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a tasty palate cleansing side dish at a dinner party. The enzymes in fresh pineapple help the body digest food and this …
Here’s one amazing side dish for steak and BBQ. Or frankly, for chicken or fishes dishes, too. Spicy kale slaw is crazy versatile as a side dish. It’s one big salad: big on flavor, big on crunch, big on presence on the plate, and big …
Here’s a delightful appetizer from the Mediterranean, with a spicy but subtle twist. Chipotle and sun-dried tomato bruschetta packs a bunch of flavor, with a little heat and a touch of smokiness. It’s perfect served before (or with) steak, pasta dishes, and more. This recipe …
Mashed potatoes is one of our favorite sides to experiment with, particularly with fiery flavors are in play. Here our chipotle and roasted garlic mashed potatoes pair smoky heat, creamy texture, and a pungent bite for such a memorable eating experience. There’s so much going …
These super-savory, mini feasts mix the best of two very different worlds. Honest-to-goodness beef steak, potatoes, and onions are exotically spiced with serrano chili, paprika, cloves, and cinnamon. Spicy beef empanadas are an Anglo-Mexican alliance that produces outstandingly moreish results, both inside and out. The …
Whether as an appetizer or side, spicy fried pickles sure hit the Southern-fried spot. It’s a mix of tang, crunch, and cayenne that’ll tickle your taste buds. Pair these pickles with our spicy Sriracha ranch dressing as a dipping sauce, and you’ve got a perfect party …
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 …