This week's Chopped Dinner Challenge focused on using pancake mix (usually used for breakfast) as a base for lunch or dinner. The result is a delicious corn dog batter, with - read more
And although I've been beaten on this one, I insist that this is the best tortilla dish. I first encountered it in Miami, at the Raleigh Hotel on the South Coast, to be exact. It's one of my favorite restaurants. It's located in - read more
salsa sauce, tortilla, ham, jalapeno pepper, cheese, green onion, cilantro...
Vegetable relish, bell pepper, zucchini, onion, jalapeño pepper, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, celery seeds, mustard seeds, ground ginger, turmeric, bay leaf, cloves, black pepper, cinnamon, green tomatoes...
Time:35 min. plus 12 hours of marinating Complexity: easily Servings: 6 - 8
If you have leftover cooked pork in the fridge, make dinner by searing it in olive oil (to create a golden-brown crust), then brightening it up with a vibrant pineapple-kiwi salsa. If you're feeling fancy, you can make this - read more
This recipe features a Mexican twist on pita bread. The combination of fajitas and chimichurri sauce adds a touch of authenticity to the dish. read more
This spicy macaroni and cheese tastes almost like lazy stuffed peppers. Mixing several types of cheese into the macaroni and adding zesty pickled peppers, bake this large dish in the oven under a layer of panko breadcrumbs. read more
Sunny Anderson simmers ground chicken with vegetables and a homemade spice blend, which guarantees an indescribably flavorful filling for her crispy tacos. She doesn't just add the usual sour cream and salsa to her tacos; she blends these classic toppings to... read more
Ground chicken, tacos, salsa, plum tomatoes, bell peppers, red onions, garlic, garlic powder, jalapeños, lemon juice, hot sauce, cumin, coriander, paprika, sour cream, cilantro...
Make Guy Fieri's version of this dish by spooning chili over hot French fries. Then you can cozy up in front of the TV and watch some sporting events. read more
In this recipe, Emeril Lagasse bakes nachos with chorizo sausage, a Mexican snack infused with cumin, along with mashed pinto beans, pepper jack and cheddar cheeses, and thinly sliced onions. The result is a luxurious dish that's eaten... read more
An easy complement to grilled salmon, this simple quinoa and grapefruit side dish is infused with ginger and balances the sweet and savory flavors with warm honey and serrano chili. read more
This hearty dish from Food Network magazine is a great option for a complete, balanced meal. It features smoked sausage, healthy brown rice, kale, and black-eyed beans. read more
Kale, brown rice, black-eyed beans, sausage, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, jalapeño pepper, green onion, garlic, celery, cinnamon, cloves...
To create this refreshing summer drink that alternates between red, white, and blue, Guy Fieri blends watermelon schnapps, tequila, blue curacao, and a splash of cranberry juice. read more
Ellie Krieger's Instant Pot Sweet and Spicy Salsa is made with just six ingredients, including tender mango, fresh cucumber, raw jalapeño peppers, and onions. read more
Before serving, Tyler Florence lets this cilantro salsa sit for 15 minutes to allow all the light, vibrant flavors of her ingredients to meld. read more
salsa, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, red onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice...
Guy Fieri isn't a big fan of baked beans, as they're too sweet. So he created his own recipe—a chili-baked bean hybrid—that's similar in consistency but less sweet. read more
Beef, pork, red onion, jalapeño pepper, garlic, apple cider vinegar, white beans, lima beans, red beans, molasses, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, white bread...
Sunny Anderson softens the heat of jalapeños and Hungarian paprika in a vodka sauce and chicken sausage by adding a splash of cool, heavy cream and topping the pasta with grated Asiago cheese. read more
After dipping tortillas in homemade tomatillo salsa, stuff them with store-bought baked chicken and cilantro mixture, top with more salsa, and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Bake until the sauce is bubbling and serve with - read more
Ellie Krieger's sandwich is a lighter take on the classic Sloppy Joe burger. She uses lean ground beef, fried with protein-rich red beans, tomato paste, and spreads the mixture on a bun. read more
Guy Fieri marinates chicken thighs in a mixture of garlic, cumin, and chili powder, then grills them. He tops the chicken with a jalapeño-infused broth, fried tortilla strips, and a cold tequila-infused sour cream sauce. read more
Rachel Ray combines all the flavors of Mexican cuisine into a rich soup. She simmers chicken with onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños in a tomato broth, and serves each serving with avocado and crispy corn chips. read more
Ready to eat in just 30 minutes, "Nacho" is a bold meatless take on the Mexican appetizer and makes a wonderful addition to a vegetarian meal. However, since the dish includes refried beans and fried greens, read more
Wrapped in a tender tortilla, a duet of greens and jalapeños, Tyler Florence's spicy chicken mixture is topped with enchilada sauce and cheddar cheese. read more
Chicken breasts, tortilla chips, jalapeño peppers, garlic powder, corn, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, red onion, garlic, cumin, chili peppers...
The unique feature of Alton Brown's time-tested recipe is that it uses only a handful of ingredients, such as avocado, cilantro, and lime juice. The sauce is best served at room temperature after it has steeped for an hour. This is... read more
The secret to Bobby's juicy, spicy chicken is a marinade of lime juice, chili powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Bobby Flay lets the chicken thighs marinate overnight. Before grilling, he tops the dish with chips and a creamy cheese sauce. read more
This rich, layered egg pie is made with ground pork, fresh herbs, and three types of cheese. Bobby Flay's quiche is best served with a nutty pesto sauce, along with Parmesan cheese and jalapeño peppers for a spicy kick. read more
Instead of using ground beef for traditional chili, Bobby Flay cubes the beef and cooks it in a rich broth, adding toasted cumin and chipotle pepper puree. read more
Beef, red onion, garlic, chili seasoning, cumin, dark beer, tomatoes, chipotle peppers, honey, black beans, lime juice, sour cream, avocado, jalapeño pepper, cilantro...
Time:1 hour 45 minutesComplexity: average Servings: 6
Geoffrey Zakarian says you can choose your own meat for this dish. He, in turn, suggests adding a bottle of dark beer and red and green hot sauces to enhance the flavor. read more
Ground beef, ground pork, ground veal, garlic, onion, green onion, tomato paste, chili seasoning, dark beer, fried tomatoes, hot sauce, sour cream, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese...
Bring the summer to winter with these spicy Indian-style hot dogs, featuring sausages made with ground chicken and a generous helping of spices and herbs. Don't forget to top the finished hot dog with some mango mint mustard. read more
Dijon mustard, mango, mint, ground chicken, cilantro, masala seasoning, cream cheese, garlic, ginger root, jalapeño pepper, red onion, eggs, apples, apple cider vinegar, hot dog buns, mayonnaise, arugula, fenugreek, brioche bun, tandoori masala...
Time:1 hour 30 min.Complexity: average Servings: 8
Think of this dish as a plate of deconstructed tacos, with a corn tortilla base and top, and a hearty filling of cumin-spiced ground beef and pinto beans. read more
Sandwich king Jeff Mauro makes crispy hot dog buns similar in taste and texture to pretzels. He fills his hot dogs with grilled sausages and spicy cheese sauce. read more
Processed cheese, milk, chili pepper, jalapeño pepper, sausages, brown sugar, honey, garlic, premium flour, bread flour, flaked sea salt...
Time:2 hours 10 minutesComplexity: average Servings: 8
"Swiss" means "Swiss," which evokes the Swiss immigrants who combined the creamy sauce with the Mexican enchilada. Rachel uses sour cream to make the sauce, and instead of rolling it, she folds it— read more
Rachel made chili with twisted pasta, ground beef and vegetables, seasoned with a unique smoked pepper seasoning blend, that comes together in just 15 minutes. read more
Fusilli spiral pasta, ground beef, sweet onion, jalapeño pepper, garlic, chili seasoning, hot sauce, light beer, pureed tomatoes, green onions, cumin...
Rachel used buttery, nutty Hass avocado as the base for her guacamole. A clove of garlic, ground into a paste, is also added to the dish to meld the flavors of all the ingredients. read more
Rachel mixes the turkey with plenty of vegetables to ensure the burger stays juicy. Cilantro, pepper, and a few spices add the flavors of American Southwestern cuisine. read more
In this recipe, Rachel puts a twist on the classic seven-layer dip (a layered salad appetizer eaten with chips), enhancing each ingredient with extra flavor that will leave no one indifferent. read more
Baked beans, hot sauce, green onions, chili peppers, cilantro, black beans, cumin, salsa sauce, lime, sour cream, avocado, garlic, lemon juice, jalapeño peppers, plum tomatoes, olives, chips...
Rachel created a recipe for Mexican Super Nachos, which consists of homemade cheese sauce, beans, spices, beef, and pico de gallo sauce. It's a great appetizer for dinner. read more
Ground beef, garlic, onion, jalapeño pepper, chili seasoning, cumin, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, flour, milk, pepper jack cheese, chips, pico de gallo sauce...
A recipe for grilled New York strip steaks with corn salad. The meat is marinated overnight in aromatic herbs, shallots, garlic, and olive oil. The salad is made with corn marinated in vinegar, sugar, and... read more
Beef, corn, hot sauce, jalapeño pepper, bell pepper, onion, shallot, Dijon mustard, wine vinegar, tomato juice, turmeric, lime juice, garlic, chili seasoning, ground cayenne pepper, rosemary, thyme...
Time:8 hours 50 minutesComplexity: average Servings: 4
A recipe for a fast-food filling—Vietnamese Banh Mi salad—consisting of pickled daikon, carrots, and jalapeño peppers. The salad is used as a hot dog topping. read more
A recipe for a fast food topping made with ketchup, fried bacon, pickled vegetable caviar, and crushed pickled jalapeños. The sauce is used as a topping and is perfect for hamburgers. read more
A recipe for a tomato salad made with sliced green tomatoes, avocado, and corn lettuce. Dressed with olive oil, lime juice, mustard, honey, jalapeño, and thyme. read more
Avocado, corn salad, Boston lettuce, lettuce, lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey, jalapeño pepper, thyme, green tomatoes...
A recipe for grilled burgers. The recipe calls for a variety of burger toppings: fried mushrooms, caramelized onions, pico de gallo sauce, and bacon. read more
Bacon, ground beef, hamburger buns, mushrooms, red onion, brown sugar, plum tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, Tabasco sauce, pico de gallo sauce...
A recipe for stuffed sweet potatoes filled with chili. Served with a salad of jalapeños, fresh tomato salsa, and cabbage with carrots and onions. The filling is made with lean ground beef, sautéed with cumin and... read more
Sweet potato, mixed salad, pico de gallo sauce, salsa, jalapeño pepper, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, ground beef, cheddar cheese, green onions...
A recipe for a snack – deep-fried corn balls with jalapeño peppers. The corn balls were made from ready-made muffin mix, pancake mix, eggs, and canned corn kernels. read more
Pancake mix, onion, jalapeño pepper, corn, eggs, hot sauce...
A second course recipe made with cooked rice, bacon, scrambled eggs, and broccoli, fried in bacon grease and then simmered with soy sauce. Topped with cilantro and jalapeño peppers. read more