Culinary recipes

Sweet Mexican tamales (tamales dulces) make a wonderful end to dinner or a great start to the weekend when served with Sunday brunch. They're made with corn...

Carnitas is pulled pork, a type of pulled pork used in Mexican cuisine for tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and other dishes. The fastest way to cook carnitas is in a pressure cooker. Tamarind...

You've probably tried a vanilla or strawberry milkshake. But how about something completely new? Try a tahini milkshake, packed with warm, nutty flavor.

For this snack, use any nuts you like. The arbol chili pepper will add a pleasant heat, while the sugar will add a caramelized note. And the egg white will help seal in all the spices...

Filet mignon steak is a special occasion treat, and Bobby Flay suggests making it even more sophisticated. He rubs one side of each steak with a savory ancho chili mixture, which, when grilled...

Marinate the chicken wings in a wine marinade with pineapple juice and chili pepper and bake in the oven until crispy and delicious. Don't throw away the marinade. It will make a delicious and flavorful sauce.

The sweet and tangy barbecue sauce infuses the chicken with rich flavor and gives it a delicious appearance. It, in turn, draws sweetness from the honey and apricot jam—the perfect combination for a spicy, savory dish.

This chicken satay is one of the simplest yet most unique appetizers you can make for your next party. Thread one long strip of chicken onto each skewer...

While most similar recipes involve mixing the chicken wings with the sauce after they're cooked, or brushing them with it shortly before they're done, here they're immediately doused in a spicy-sweet-honey...

Deep-fry super-crispy chicken wings and immediately toss them with a mixture of barbecue sauce, pickled peppers, cumin, and paprika, coating them completely so each bite is infused with...

Do you love gnocchi? Then try gnudi, a delicate Italian dumpling similar to gnocchi but made with ricotta instead of potato. Add Swiss chard to the gnudi mixture...

This vegetarian lasagna has no meat sauce, but it's loaded with juicy Swiss chard and four types of cheese—ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, and Asiago—that add a unique flavor...

For a delicious cheeseburger, simply top the bun with a rich beef patty and melty cheese, and choose your favorite toppings or leave them as is. Mini burgers are...

Perhaps the most delicious part of this healthy sweet potato casserole is the crispy pecan streusel topped with sage and Parmesan. Its texture contrasts beautifully with the creamy purée, and the nutty, spicy flavor...

For this recipe, it's best to choose mini peppers of different colors to add interest to your dish. Simmer them with natural pork sausages (preferably spicy) in a mixture of wine vinegar, sugar...

If you're looking for truly delicious carrots, try this air fryer recipe. Cayenne pepper, black pepper, and chili powder add a pleasant spiciness, while brown...

This hearty Middle Eastern-inspired salad is filled with dried fruit and fresh grapes, the sweetness of which is balanced by cayenne pepper. Topped with pine nuts, a ton of fresh herbs, and olive oil...

These puff pastries are made with store-bought croissant dough. Each one is filled with spicy cream cheese and a large shrimp. As soon as you take the puff pastries out of the oven, spread them with apricot jam and...

This Asian bowl recipe saves time by using a pre-made salad kit, which includes chopped vegetables, dressing, and a crunchy topping. It's also a great...

Enjoy the wonderful combination of creamy ricotta and sweet baby peas in this crispy, juicy spring appetizer. Toasted bread slices are spread with ricotta and topped with a light salad of...

The flavor of these sweet and sour kebabs is enhanced by one secret ingredient: Calabrian chili paste. It offers a pleasant, warm flavor without being too spicy and is perfect...

If you're looking for a new flavor for chicken shashlik, this recipe won't disappoint. Chicken breast pieces are marinated in soy sauce with honey, brown sugar, and several types of pepper, including hot cayenne pepper.

Juicy turkey meatballs are baked in a sweet and sour tomato sauce with orange, peach jam, chili sauce, and spices. Serve as a main course with a side dish or as an appetizer.

This delicious and filling pie is filled with juicy Swiss chard and smooth ricotta. A perfect appetizer! Both the dough and filling can be made ahead of time and stored separately in the refrigerator. The pie...

This simple pizza is made on split baguette halves—perfect for individual appetizers. Each pizza is topped with Swiss chard casserole in a rich, creamy sauce with a hint of...

Make a delicious and healthy breakfast, rich in fiber and protein. Eggs are baked on a bed of Swiss chard and served with a quick Greek yogurt dip. Both the stems and...

The salad is made with two types of melon – muskmelon and cantaloupe – which are cut into neat balls using a melon spoon. If you don't have a melon spoon, simply dice the fruit.

Beautifully crisped pork cubes are simmered with bell peppers, carrots, celery, and pineapple in a sweet and sour tomato sauce for a rich, delicious Asian-inspired dish.

This appetizer will be a hit at your house party. Corn chips are topped with a thick and flavorful meat stew, a layer of melting cheese, fresh, zesty arugula, and a tangy homemade pickle.

Pork shoulder is rubbed with a spice mixture of brown sugar and cayenne pepper and simmered for several hours in a cola broth until tender and falling apart. Tear the meat...

It's hard to resist this luxurious cake: everyone will be captivated not only by its beautiful appearance, but also by the unexpected inclusion of snacks like potato chips, oatmeal cookies, and chocolate-covered nuts. Part...

Cranberries add a wonderful tartness to the sweet and sour barbecue sauce in which the turkey thigh simmers slowly until tender and flavorful. Mash the cranberries with two forks, toss them into the sauce, and...

These delicious Middle Eastern-inspired burgers are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser. Sautéed onions and yogurt add juiciness to the chicken patties, while a spice bouquet of cinnamon, coriander, red and black pepper...

This elegant, light, refreshing sundae is the perfect way to end a big holiday dinner. Yogurt ice cream is drizzled with homemade sweet and sour cherry syrup and topped with fresh...

Only green, unripe plantains are suitable for making chips. Cut them into coins, lightly fry them, flatten them, and fry them again until crispy, and your homemade chips are ready! And to...

Seasoned pineapple can be served as a standalone appetizer with drinks, rather than simply as part of a fruit bowl. Cut it into manageable pieces and roll it in a spice mixture. Flavor variations are possible...

This stir-fry was inspired by the popular New York City Chinese restaurant dish, General Tso's Chicken, but the chicken was replaced with shrimp and the broccoli with broccolini. Red pepper flakes are typically not...

If you don't have a dedicated smoker, any outdoor grill—gas or charcoal—will do. To ensure even smoking, butterfly the turkey, removing the backbone, then rub it with the mixture...

These delicious, sticky oven-baked wings are a great alternative to fried wings to pair with beer. Simply bake them until done and immediately toss them with a sweet and tangy sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and...

Canapés with miniature stuffed peppers are an appetizer for any occasion, whether a holiday or a casual house party. Their sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of tartness pairs perfectly with alcoholic drinks...

This recipe uses inexpensive and firmer skirt steak, but when cooked properly, it'll literally melt in your mouth. Rub it with a sweet and spicy spice blend with...

Tender monkfish fillet is poached in a spiced broth and mixed with sautéed bell peppers and celery in a sweet and sour tomato sauce with green olives. Chill well before serving.

This crispy-skinned chicken gets its delicious sweet and sour flavor from a tomato-based sauce with added apple cider vinegar, natural apple cider (unfiltered apple juice), and...

Zucchini and squash aren't exactly popular ingredients in Mexican fajitas, but in the summer, when they're abundant, this recipe is a great way to prepare them in a new way. Grill them...

Toasted baguette slices are served with a slice of sweet Italian sausage and a mixture of roasted peppers. But what truly makes this appetizer unique is the Prosecco sauce, with its light, fruity, and spicy notes.

The secret ingredient to Giada De Laurentiis's delicious short ribs is balsamic vinegar. She adds it to both the marinade and her signature barbecue sauce, along with honey, ketchup, and hot sauce. The sauce's flavor...

Marinate pork ribs in a mixture of cranberry sauce, chili sauce, and soy sauce, adding clementine and lime juice for a citrusy twist, and roast in the oven until tender and coated...

This savory barbecue sauce is made with rendered bacon fat; you can eat the fried bacon while you cook it. Brown sugar, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a bouquet of aromatic...

Molasses gives this spicy barbecue sauce a wonderfully sweet flavor, perfectly balanced by the tartness of apple cider vinegar. The sauce cooks quickly and is perfect for pork ribs, chicken, pork...

Meaty beef ribs are braised in a spicy beer sauce in the oven until the meat falls off the bone, resulting in a juicy and flavorful finish. To perfect them, brush with a quick...