Recipes with cayenne pepper

Tandoori chicken with a yogurt marinade of fresh ginger, garlic, cumin, cayenne, and turmeric. The Indian classic adapted for a regular oven, with deeply spiced chicken that stays incredibly juicy.

A from-scratch vegan black bean chili built on freshly toasted and ground spices and homemade chili powder. Dried beans simmered thick and hearty, brightened with vinegar and cilantro.

Creamy carrot-orange soup pureed with fresh orange juice, tomato paste, honey, and rice for body, topped with toasted cashews. A velvety blended soup with bright citrus flavor.

Microwave fish fillets with curry powder, cayenne, lemon juice, and butter in under 5 minutes. A fast, no-fuss way to cook flaky, seasoned fish on a busy weeknight.

Creamy garlic soup pureed with potatoes, carrots, celery, and two whole bulbs of garlic. A vegan, no-cream soup where potatoes provide the silky body and garlic brings bold flavor.

Spicy hash browns for a crowd with ham, jalapenos, green peppers, pimentos, cayenne, and melted cheddar layered between crispy grated potato. Feeds 50 for brunch or a big event.

Cheesy rice and bean casserole with ricotta, feta, and Parmesan baked under sliced tomatoes and a golden breadcrumb crust. Hearty vegetarian comfort food with mushrooms and herbs.

Seasoned tempeh aspic: grated tempeh browned with tamari and paprika, set in an agar-based vegetarian aspic with dill pickle and bell peppers. A meat-free spin on old-world cold cuts, served with rye and mustard.

Chili-bacon rub made with bacon drippings, chili powder, cayenne, garlic, and tomato paste. A smoky, spicy paste for chicken and barbecue. Five ingredients, five minutes.

Cajun-spiced pork ribs boiled tender then grilled with a fiery ketchup glaze of cayenne, chili powder, and garlic. Adjust the heat to your liking.

Santa Fe red pork chili with coarsely ground pork shoulder, beer, stewed tomatoes, and layers of cumin and chili powder. No beans, no shortcuts. A thick, meaty Tex-Mex red chili simmered low and slow.

Indian-style chile tomato salad with fresh green chili, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and cayenne. A spicy, bright no-cook side dish or appetizer.

Mediterranean lamb stew simmered with tomatoes, garlic, cinnamon, cumin, and green beans. Slow-cooked until fork-tender, served with yogurt and pita.

Oyster-artichoke soup is a New Orleans classic with briny oysters, tender artichoke hearts, and a butter-flour roux base. Make it a day ahead so the flavors deepen overnight before reheating.

Pickled black-eyed peas marinated in a garlic-infused oil and red wine vinegar dressing with red onion and cayenne. A Southern make-ahead appetizer that improves over several days.

Once he perfected his Extra Crispy he had customers who wanted it to be spicy and bold so he created his Hot and Spicy Chicken. Here is his original recipe which has changed a bit in this day and age. It comes frozen and is cooked frozen and not prepared fresh in many stores.

Mexican quiche baked in tostada shells with Swiss cheese, crumbled bacon, green chiles, and a light cream custard. Individual-sized quiches ready in 30 minutes.

Indian-style lemonade with fresh lemon and lime juice, maple syrup, grated ginger, and a pinch of cayenne. A spiced twist on nimbu pani ready in 10 minutes.

Brandied cheddar spread blends sharp aged cheddar with brandy, butter, and cream for a smooth, boozy cocktail spread. Hints of nutmeg and cayenne add warmth. Makes about two cups for crackers.

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Indian lamb saag with fresh spinach, yogurt, whole spices, and garam masala. Lamb cubes braised in a thick green spinach sauce with cardamom and cloves.

One-skillet turkey with rice and pasta uses turkey tenderloins, a seasoned rice mix, frozen broccoli, corn, and red bell pepper. A complete weeknight dinner cooked in a single pan.

Critterless chili, a hearty vegetarian bean chili with serrano pepper, six cloves of garlic, cumin, cayenne, and spaghetti sauce as the tomato base.

Spicy Mexican corn soup blended silky-smooth with jalapeño, cumin and roasted red pepper. Fresh corn cobs simmer right in the broth, and it's served at room temperature with fried tortilla strips.

Romesco-style roasted pepper dip made with broiled red and yellow bell peppers, roasted garlic, almonds, and sherry vinegar. A low-fat vegetarian appetizer with a striking two-tone presentation.

Easy spicy barbecued shrimp needs just three things: shrimp, cayenne and butter. Baked in a fiery, buttery coating and peeled at the table, this fast, hands-on dish brings New Orleans heat with almost no effort.

Gratin of red beans baked with caramelized onions, sweet red peppers, tomato, red wine, and a parmesan-breadcrumb crust. A hearty, mostly vegetarian one-dish dinner.

Cajun seafood creole with shrimp and crab simmered in a basil-laced tomato sauce with cayenne and white pepper. Spooned over peppery rice for a Louisiana classic that's ready in 40 minutes.

Curried egg and chutney dip with cream cheese, Worcestershire, cayenne, and hot sauce. A no-cook party dip that tastes like curried deviled eggs and keeps for weeks.

Homemade kimchi with napa cabbage, daikon radish, scallions, garlic, ginger, pear, and cayenne pepper. Salt-brined and fermented for 3 days in a traditional crock method.

Kansas City-style barbecue sauce simmered from scratch with tomato paste, brown sugar, honey, beef stock, and a bold spice blend. Thick, sweet, tangy, and smoky.

Bright orange and red salad with romaine, fresh orange, radishes, red pepper, and onion in a cumin-cayenne lemon dressing. Indian-style five-minute side.

Daube glace, a classic Cajun cold jellied beef and pork roast braised with bell peppers, lemon, thyme, and bay leaf. A two-day New Orleans holiday tradition.

Rustic Provencal garlic and potato soup with thyme, bay leaves, and a splash of shoyu or miso for umami depth. Simple, warming, and vegan-friendly.

Peanut noodles with summer vegetables in a spicy sauce of peanut butter, soy sauce, lime, and cayenne. Carrots, broccoli, and snow peas cook right in the pasta water.

Moroccan potato, pepper, and tomato casserole tossed in a vibrant morocca chermoula of garlic, paprika, cumin, cayenne, cilantro, and parsley. A bold vegetarian main or side.

Chile cheddar burgers stuff seasoned ground beef patties with sharp cheddar and diced green chiles, then grill until the cheese melts in the middle. The Southwest take on the stuffed burger.

Grilled salmon en papillote with homemade basil-garlic butter, tomato slices, lemon, and bay leaf. Sealed in foil packets on the barbecue for a no-mess dinner.

Old-school big-batch chili with whole beef roast, soup bone, cooked pinto beans, and a hit of Mexene chili powder and cumin. Slow-simmered for deep beefy stock and tender chunks.

Authentic Texas chili (chile con carne) with coarsely ground beef, six tablespoons of chili powder and jalapeño heat. No beans, just bold beef and spice.

Cheddar walnut dip blended with yogurt, tomato paste, garlic, and a kick of cayenne. A tangy, nutty cheese dip ready in 10 minutes. Great with breadsticks or raw vegetables.

Red lentil dal with a fragrant tadka of cumin seeds, onions, garlic, and cayenne fried in ghee, poured sizzling over smooth lentil puree. Classic Indian comfort food with bold spiced butter.

Marinated asparagus steams fresh spears, then chills them in a bright orange and lemon vinaigrette with cayenne. A make-ahead spring side dish with citrusy tang and a hint of warmth.

Lamb with onions, a fragrant North Indian curry where onions do double duty, crisp-fried to deep brown and simmered into a yogurt gravy with ginger, garlic, cardamom and garam masala. Slow-braised until the lamb is tender.

Cajun barbecue compound butter with cayenne, fresh garlic, Worcestershire, and a trio of dried herbs whipped into softened unsalted butter. The grilling secret weapon that turns plain steaks and corn into something memorable.

Southwestern chicken with a brown sugar, lemon zest, and cayenne dry rub, finished on the grill with a beer-mustard basting sauce. Overnight-marinated bone-in chicken with deep smoky char.

Curried Waldorf salad reworks the classic with yogurt, a whisper of curry powder, orange segments, crunchy toasted walnuts, and golden raisins. A lighter take on the retro lunch staple.

Indian-style fried eggplant with turmeric, cayenne, and black pepper. Quartered and pan-fried until reddish brown, served with fresh lemon wedges.