Chile

Roasted tomatillos, green chiles, and a swirl of cilantro brighten this hearty chicken stew. Don’t hold back on the toppings.

Top slow-roasted sweet potatoes with tamarind concentrate, green chutney, fresh onions, tomatoes, and cilantro for a chaat-inspired appetizer.

This chicken kari recipe fills your house with the rich, comforting aroma of chicken simmering in a heady mix of spices, onions, and tomatoes.

You’ll want to put this aromatic coconut topping on everything.

Fresh celery juice gives this margarita a savory, vegetal edge and makes it exceptionally refreshing.

This spicy blackberry margarita gets its heat from a chile de árbol, shaken with fresh berries and a sprig of mint.

A spicy-funky upgrade for lettuce cups, sandwiches, and more.

Zesty jalapeño halves make the perfect vehicle for these crunchy, juicy, meat-filled snacks.

A summer side with main dish energy.

Stir-frying slices makes this dinner doable on any given night.

A beefed-up take on a BBQ staple.

Raw corn kernels add pops of crunchy sweetness to this quick weeknight pasta.

A blender dressing does double duty as both a flavorful marinade and a final dressing in this pared-back version of Vietnamese-style lemongrass chicken.

The high-impact flavors traditionally used in the marinade for Peruvian chicken—soy sauce, cumin, and paprika—are applied to grilled tofu with resounding success.

Best served chilled.

A punchy, spicy peanut vinaigrette transforms a simply grilled steak into a showstopping main.

Grilling fish atop a bed of lemon slices is the key to not sticking.

A kiss of heat makes an otherwise lovable dip simply irresistible.

Made with tinned fish and topped with mango and avocado, these vibrant tostadas won't break the bank.

This brothy bowl will nourish you from the inside out.

This quick-cooking dish that will disappear as fast as it comes together.

The heat of pickled chiles brings a welcome zing that integrates well with the salty elements of puttanesca and acts like a counterweight to rich pork chops.

A game-day hero featuring focaccia slathered with Calabrian chili aioli, piled high with cooked steak, melted cheese, peppers, and onions.

Hailee Catalano transforms humble carrots into a beautifully creamy pasta sauce.