A fresh take on mole... When you think of mole, most think of the popular red mole sauce (mole poblano). Though mole verde (a.k.a. green mole sauce) is just as tasty, but in quite different ways. Think fresh, spicy, and slightly tart with mole verde instead of the earthy and slightly sweet taste of … [Read more...]
Spicy Thai Fried Rice
Eat as a side or a meal...This spicy Thai fried rice recipe is delicious as a side to most any Thai meal, but it's hearty enough to eat as a meal in its own right. We use steak here, but you can sub in shrimp just as easily.There's plenty of heat here with both Thai chili paste (Nam … [Read more...]
Gochujang Wings
Savory and spicy... Gochujang wings (also often called Korean chicken wings) are spicy just the way we like: earthy, pungent, and bold. It's that umami flavor of authentic gochujang that makes these wings so special. It's a specific savory taste with a "love it or hate it" following. But if you … [Read more...]
Chipotle Alfredo Sauce
Creamy with a touch of fire and smoke... A simple pasta with alfredo sauce is made into something more dramatic with the inclusion of smoky chipotle peppers. Canned chipotle in adobo sauce brings a touch of smoke and fire to the table. It's a delicious combo with the simple creaminess of alfredo … [Read more...]
Spicy Pumpkin And Butternut Squash Soup
Two hearty favorites in one bowl... Pumpkin and squash are two hearty favorites when the season's turn - both bring an earthy, homey flavor to delicious spicy soups. And together, they make one heck of a feel-good meal. Spicy pumpkin and butternut squash soup is pretty much a meal unto itself. Pair … [Read more...]
Spicy Turkey Gravy
Chipotle brings a smoky warmth... Sure, any type of turkey gravy is pretty delicious, whether over turkey, mashed potatoes, or any of the typical sides that often accompany them. But if you're looking for something a bit more memorable, that chipotle powder in your spice rack can be just what you … [Read more...]
Spicy Green Bean Casserole
A smoky, fiery take on the green bean classic... Here's a little twist on the classic green bean casserole that many of us grew up with. It has all of the cream of mushroom goodness you expect, but the added kick is smoky chipotle pepper powder. Chipotle's smokiness is so good with the earthy … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Mole Sauce
An earthy fall-focused mole... Pumpkin season means pumpkins are...well in everything. Soups, drinks, desserts, and yes...sauces. They are particularly good with Mexican sauces like mole. And it makes sense - mole sauce is already deliciously earthy and sweet, making pumpkin - a vegetable native to … [Read more...]
Spicy Creole Sauce
Butter and spice... This butter-based spicy Creole sauce is plenty rich with a whole lot of Southern charm. It uses a wide variety of spices off the spice rack - most of which are part of a typical Creole spice mix. So if you have a premade Creole seasoning at the ready, you could swap out the … [Read more...]
Cajun Meatloaf
Cajun comfort food... Looking for a comfort food recipe that has something to say in the spice department? Meet Cajun meatloaf. This Southern-inspired recipe is plenty filling with a delicious Cajun bite.The oomph behind this meatloaf are three Southern staples: Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, … [Read more...]
