Talk about a sauce that hits all of your taste buds. Spicy sweet and sour sauce packs in so much flavor in such little space. It’s a perfect dipping sauce for egg rolls or for use as a topper for sweet and sour chicken. Cayenne pepper …
A spicy seven layer taco dip takes only minutes to make, but it’ll keep you and your guests munching for hours. It’s the perfect quick dip that tastes like you’ve put a whole lot more time into it. If fresh jalapeños are too spicy, opt for …
Once you start, it’s hard to stop. To say spicy mixed nuts done just the right way are moreish doesn’t do them justice. Addictive is a better moniker. Serve them as an appetizer with drinks, then lock them away. And hide the key. They’re that …
Sure, fried rice is already a dish often full of strong flavors, but who denies the Sriracha gods when the perfect use comes around? Sriracha’s delicious heat, and lack of vinegary aftertaste, make it a perfect addition to this dish to deliver some extra oomph. The touch of …
Harira soup is a traditional soup that originated in Morocco. It’s a hearty and flavorful soup, known for its rich and warming flavor. Seriously, it’s one of these soups that just makes you feel good through and through. Our Moroccan harira soup, as expected, is …
Chili couscous stuffed peppers are the perfect lunch dish – quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. Make it as hot (or as mild) as you want by choosing the hot pepper of your choice. And the texture just adds to the eating enjoyment – grainy, …
Lentils are so unassuming – small on their own, yet in bulk they sure pack a hearty and earthy punch. This spicy red lentil soup adds a little fire and exotic spice to the lentil’s built-in earthy flavor. All it takes is a single jalapeño …
These chipotle cherry and mallow slices provide a sweet bite with a cacophony of flavor, a touch of smoke, and a slight kick of heat. If you are a glacé cherry and chili lover, this sweet treat is for you. Freezing allows the slices to …
Whether as a side, appetizer, or meal, this spicy Greek couscous salad recipe has you covered in delicious style. And it’s delicious any time of the year. Serve it warm in the winter (a tasty twist of warming comfort food). Or try it chilled in …
Sure you could pick up a bottle of sriracha from your local store, but where’s the fun in that? Well, ok, we can think of lots of ways a bottle of sriracha can liven up a dish, but if you’re ready for a little culinary …
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