So many flavors: Spicy, earthy, and aromatic… Jamaican jerk seasoning is one of the more unique spice rack mixes – equal parts spicy, earthy, and aromatic with an undeniable warmth brought on by the cloves, cinnamon, and allspice in the mix. This Jamaican jerk wings recipe pairs … Read more
Meatballs with Southern spice flair… This Cajun meatballs recipe may seem simple, but there’s a heck of a lot of flavor here. Cajun seasoning contains lots of delicious Southern spices like paprika, cayenne pepper powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. We top … Read more
A whole lotta hot! There is Rooster Sauce times two in this deliciously spicy Sriracha meatballs recipe. Not only does the glaze for these meatballs contain Sriracha, the meatballs kick things up a notch, too. The heat is balanced with fresh ginger, honey, soy sauce, … Read more
A simple teaspoon of cayenne pepper powder brings a traditional Caesar salad to new flavor heights. The cayenne provides heat, but doesn’t interfere with the delicious tang of the Caesar dressing. This is a perfect salad for lunch or a light dinner. No cayenne pepper powder? Or do you want a little less heat? Try substituting crushed red pepper instead. It works just as well and provides a lot less spiciness.
Chicken wings with Chesapeake style… There’s both sweet and heat in these honey Old Bay wings. The famous Chesapeake seasoning brings its own subtle paprika-based spice, but sprinkle a little cayenne with the honey and you have a nice little bite, too. They’re perfect for game … Read more
Mexican meatball soup has that hearty and rustic deliciousness that just puts a smile on near anyone’s face. It’s a meal unto itself, especially when served with tortilla chips or bread. And the spiciness follows through, from meatball to soup base with the ancho pepper powder (or cayenne for those that want spicier) and fresh jalapeño.
Want less of a spicy commitment in your version of a Mexican meatball soup? Halve the amount of fresh jalapeño peppers used. You . can also substitute out the jalapeños for a less spicy chili or even for bell peppers (if no heat is desired.) The ancho and generic chili powders carry little heat. Ancho peppers are very mild (1,000 to 1,500 Scoville heat units compared 2,500 to 8,000 SHU for jalapeños). We recommend keeping them in the recipe even if you’re looking to lessen the heat. They provide more a subtle simmer than any fieriness, and their smoky, Tex-Mex flavors add a lot to the recipe.
Looking for more hearty soups? Check out our collection of 500+ spicy recipes, featuring many fiery options. Try this twist on a traditional – our jalapeño popper chicken soup. Two great tastes and so delicious mixed. Or for something less chunky (but no less fiery or tasty), give this Thai pumpkin soup a taste. It’s not what you expect – think more exotic, fragrant, and sweet.
Crispy and spicy, through and through… There’s so much fiery flavor in this jalapeño fried chicken recipe. The jalapeño pepper brining ensures moist and spicy meat, and the breading, with the addition of cayenne pepper, adds its own crispy kick. It’s spicy through and through, and that’s … Read more
Jalapeño peppers add a little oomph to what’s already a delicious meal. We especially like the pairing of the chilies against fresh red apple – it adds a light sweetness that’s very refreshing and a splash of color that looks terrific on the plate. Try it on a bed of lettuce, or opt for that tasty chicken salad sandwich.
It’s hard to believe that only three ingredients are needed to make something this delicious. Of course, one of those ingredients is meatballs, but this sweet and spicy meatball recipe performs very well with the frozen variety. Just plan a little ahead and you have a simple-to-whip-up slow cooker dish perfect for cookouts, family gatherings, or game days.
If we had three words, that’s how we’d describe this creamy spaghetti chipotle recipe. The smoke and spice of the chipotle chili is matched well with the savoriness of the hot sausage and bacon. It’s an easy meal to whip up that’s big on flavor. If there’s too much heat, lower the amount of chipotle or choose regular sausage instead of hot.