spicy Recipes
255 delicious spicy recipes from around the world
Shiro (Ethiopian Spiced Chickpea Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Ethiopian stew made from chickpea flour, spiced with berbere. Traditionally served as a fasting dish, it's known for its smooth texture and comforting warmth.
Siga Wat (Ethiopian Beef Stew)
A rich, deeply flavored Ethiopian beef stew, slow-cooked with aromatic berbere spice and niter kibbeh. Traditionally served with injera, this hearty dish is perfect for a comforting meal.
Siga Wot (Ethiopian Beef Stew)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic Ethiopian beef stew, characterized by its rich berbere spice blend and slow-cooked tenderness. Traditionally served with injera, a sourdough flatbread.
Suya (Authentic Nigerian Street Food)
Experience Nigeria's legendary spiced beef skewers, a beloved street food perfection featuring a fiery 'yaji' spice blend. Traditionally prepared and sold by Hausa vendors at night, this dish offers an unforgettable smoky, spicy, and savory flavor profile.
Suya (Spiced Nigerian Beef Skewers)
Legendary spiced beef skewers, a beloved Nigerian street food traditionally sold at night by Hausa vendors. This recipe captures the authentic smoky, spicy, and nutty flavors of authentic suya.
Tagine Merguez (Spicy Lamb Sausage and Egg Tagine)
A quick and flavorful Moroccan tagine featuring spicy merguez sausages simmered in a rich tomato and harissa sauce, topped with perfectly poached eggs. Ideal for a speedy weeknight meal.
Tere Siga
Tere Siga is a traditional Ethiopian dish of thinly sliced raw beef, typically served as a centerpiece for special occasions. The beef is presented as a whole muscle and sliced by diners at the table, then seasoned with a spicy blend of awaze (a chili paste) and mitmita (a chili powder), and optionally korerima (black cardamom). It is traditionally eaten wrapped in injera, a sourdough flatbread.
Tibs
A classic Ethiopian dish of quickly sautéed meat, often beef or lamb, with vegetables and aromatics, known for its vibrant flavors and often served sizzling. This recipe focuses on a simple, yet delicious, home-style preparation.
Tofu Wot
A modern, vegan take on the classic Ethiopian tofu stew, infused with the complex, spicy flavors of berbere spice. This dish is hearty, high in protein, and perfect for a flavorful vegan meal.
Ye'assa Wot (Spicy Fish Stew)
A rich and aromatic Ethiopian fish stew, featuring tender pieces of firm white fish simmered in a deeply spiced berbere sauce. Traditionally served with injera, a sourdough flatbread.
Ye'atakilt Wot (Spicy Cabbage and Vegetable Stew)
A vibrant and flavorful Ethiopian vegetable stew, Ye'atakilt Wot is a staple, especially during fasting periods. This version is characterized by its spicy kick from berbere and the tender simmered vegetables.
Ye'siga Firfir (Spicy Beef and Injera Scramble)
A quick and flavorful dish made from leftover beef stew (siga wot) and torn injera bread, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast or a satisfying meal any time of day. The niter kibbeh adds a fragrant, spiced butter richness.
Yebeg Gored Gored (Raw Lamb Cubes)
Yebeg Gored Gored is a traditional Ethiopian dish of raw lamb cubes, marinated and served with spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh) and a fiery chili powder blend (mitmita). It's similar to kitfo but uses lamb instead of beef and is typically served raw, emphasizing the freshness of the meat. This dish is often prepared for special occasions and celebrations.
Yebeg Wot (Spicy Lamb Stew)
A classic Ethiopian Yebeg Wot, featuring tender lamb simmered in a rich, spicy berbere sauce. This slow-cooked stew is deeply flavorful and traditionally served with injera.
Zilzil Tibs (Spicy Beef Stir-fry)
Tender, thin strips of beef quickly stir-fried with onions, jalapeños, and aromatic rosemary in spiced clarified butter (niter kibbeh). A vibrant and flavorful Ethiopian classic, perfect for a quick meal.