Chile
Bacon Mac ’n’ Cheese Jalapeño Bites
These mac-and-cheese-stuffed jalapeño poppers can be prepped in advance and tossed in the oven shortly before the party starts for an easy-peasy-cheesy crowd-pleaser.
By Maegan Brown
Spicy Garlicky Corn Cheese Ciabatta
Garlic bread meets Korean corn cheese—a simple dish that consists of sweet canned corn kernels, lots of mayonnaise, and mozzarella cheese.
By James Park
Chili Crisp Panzanella
Take panzanella up a notch by mixing chili crisp into golden-brown bread cubes to add the right amount of heat and savory notes to this refreshing salad.
By James Park
Chili Crisp Bucatini
The addition of chili crisp transforms this carbonara into a delicious cycle of flavors: rich and luscious, peppery and spicy, and then sharp and salty.
By James Park
Spicy Celery, Tofu, and Glass Noodle Salad
Based on a beloved jellyfish salad, this jellyfish-free glass noodle salad showcases crunchy celery and tofu smothered in a sesame-vinegar dressing.
By Hetty McKinnon
Simple Turkey Chili With All the Toppings
Having a dependable turkey chili recipe in your culinary repertoire means that a hearty, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner is never far from reach.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Som Thum Tua-Thai (Som-Thum-Style Green Beans)
The texture and flavor of green beans make a great swap for green papaya in this Thai salad.
By Arnold Myint
Yum Khai Dao (Fried Egg Salad)
This Thai salad highlights bold, bright flavors, pairing lacy fried eggs, a punchy dressing, and fresh vegetables.
By Arnold Myint
Yum Woon Sen (Glass Noodle Salad)
Bean thread noodles absorb the bright, citrusy flavors of the dressing that’s made with lime juice, fish sauce, and Thai chiles in this Thai noodle salad recipe.
By Arnold Myint
Hot and Smoky Tang Wings
These chipotle chicken wings are a little smoky and a little sweet, with a lip-smacking tartness from a secret ingredient that will keep your guests guessing.
By Anikah Shaokat
Peanutty Marinated Cucumbers With Curled Scallion Salad
Nutty marinated cucumbers are paired with curly coiled scallions in this refreshing salad.
By Jesse Szewczyk
Hot Lips
The Hot Lips is a spicy, citrusy tequila drink that's stirred, not shaken.
By Jessica Gonzalez
Hot & Heavy
This cocktail combines spicy tequila and mezcal with honey and lemon.
By Jade Brown-Godfrey
Brochetas de Pescado
Firm tuna or swordfish holds up to the heat of the grill in these chipotle-spiced brochetas de pescado.
By Paola Briseño-González
Ceviche Verde With Pepitas
In this ceviche verde, halibut or sea bass is dressed with fresh lime juice blended with cilantro, mint, and pepitas.
By Paola Briseño-González
Fava Bean Aguachile
The herbaceous sauce for this fresh vegetarian aguachile comes together swiftly in your blender.
By Paola Briseño-González
Mixiotes de Pollo
Steaming the chicken wrapped in parchment pouches and draped in a spiced chile sauce ensures such a tender, juicy result you’ll be shocked it’s not dark meat.
By Paola Briseño-González
Creamy, Crunchy Cilantro-Lime Slaw
This cooling-but-spicy slaw is the ideal side for barbecue or any summer cookout food.
By Rick Rodgers