spicy Recipes
255 delicious spicy recipes from around the world
Jeyuk Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Pork Stir-Fry)
A beloved Korean dish featuring thinly sliced pork shoulder coated in a vibrant, spicy, and savory gochujang-based sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a flavorful addition to a Korean feast.
Jjamppong (Spicy Korean Seafood Noodle Soup)
A vibrant and fiery Korean-spicy seafood noodle soup, brimming with a generous assortment of fresh seafood and tender vegetables in a rich, chili-infused broth. This dish offers a delightful balance of heat, umami, and texture.
Jjimdak (Korean Braised Chicken)
A hearty and flavorful Korean braised chicken dish, traditionally from Andong, featuring tender chicken, chewy glass noodles, and root vegetables in a savory-sweet soy-based sauce with a hint of spice.
Jjolmyeon (Spicy Chewy Cold Noodles)
Jjolmyeon is a popular Korean street food and cafeteria dish featuring delightfully chewy wheat noodles tossed in a vibrant, spicy-sweet sauce with crisp vegetables. It's a refreshing and satisfying meal, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Kadai Paneer
A popular North Indian dish featuring paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and bell peppers stir-fried in a rich, spicy tomato-based gravy, traditionally cooked in a kadai (Indian wok). This recipe offers a restaurant-style flavor with a delightful blend of spices.
Kaeng Pa (Thai Jungle Curry)
An intensely flavorful and spicy Thai curry from the jungle regions, traditionally made without coconut milk. This dish is known for its bold, aromatic, and fiery profile, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Kari Kepala Ikan (Malaysian Fish Head Curry)
A rich and aromatic Indian-Malaysian fusion classic, this fish head curry features a whole fish head simmered in a spicy, tangy, and creamy coconut-based gravy, often served with a side of rice or roti canai. The tender fish meat, especially the gelatinous cheek and eye, is a prized delicacy.
Kerabu Mangga (Spicy Green Mango Salad)
A vibrant and refreshing Malaysian salad featuring shredded unripe mango, tossed with a spicy, tangy, and savory dressing. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, with a delightful crunch.
Kerala Fish Curry
A fragrant and flavorful Kerala-style fish curry featuring tender pieces of fish simmered in a tangy, red coconut milk broth infused with the unique sourness of kokum. This signature dish from the coast of Kerala is a delightful seafood experience.
Khao Pad Nam Prik Pao (Thai Chili Paste Fried Rice)
A quick and flavorful Thai fried rice featuring the complex sweet, savory, and spicy notes of nam prik pao (Thai chili paste). Perfect for a weeknight meal.
Kimchi Jjigae (Spicy Korean Kimchi Stew)
A quintessential Korean comfort food, this hearty and spicy stew features fermented kimchi, tender pork, and silken tofu, simmered to perfection. It's best enjoyed piping hot, especially on a cold day.
Kkakdugi (Korean Cubed Radish Kimchi)
Kkakdugi is a refreshing and crunchy Korean kimchi made with cubed radish. It's known for its vibrant red color, spicy kick, and tangy fermented flavor. Perfect as a side dish with any Korean meal, especially with stews and soups.
Kkotgetang (Spicy Korean Crab Stew)
A flavorful and hearty Korean crab stew, Kkotgetang, is a seasonal delicacy featuring tender blue crab in a rich, spicy broth. This recipe balances the sweetness of the crab with the savory depth of doenjang and the vibrant kick of gochugaru, making it a comforting and delicious meal.
Korean Fried Chicken (Yangnyeom Chicken)
Experience impossibly crispy Korean fried chicken, achieved through a double-frying technique. The chicken is coated in a light, crunchy batter and then tossed in a sweet, spicy, and savory gochujang glaze. This recipe ensures the coating stays delightfully crisp even after saucing.
Krapao Moo Sap (Thai Holy Basil Stir-fry with Pork)
An iconic Thai street food dish featuring savory minced pork stir-fried with fiery chilies, garlic, and the distinct peppery aroma of holy basil. This quick and intensely flavorful dish is best served piping hot over jasmine rice, often crowned with a crispy fried egg.
Kung Pao Chicken
A classic Sichuan stir-fry featuring tender wok-fried chicken, fiery dried chilies, tingly Sichuan peppercorns, and crunchy roasted peanuts, all coated in a savory and tangy sauce. This dish is known for its complex flavor profile and satisfying textures.
La Rou Chao (Hunan Smoked Bacon Stir-Fry)
A classic Hunan dish featuring intensely smoky cured pork belly (la rou) stir-fried with pungent garlic stems and fiery dried chilies. This recipe balances the richness of the bacon with fresh aromatics for a deeply flavorful and satisfying meal.
La Zi Ji (Chongqing Spicy Chicken)
A classic Sichuan dish from Chongqing, featuring crispy fried chicken pieces stir-fried with a mountain of dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns. The chicken is tender and savory, while the chilies and peppercorns impart a fragrant, numbing heat. The visual presentation is as dramatic as the flavor.
Laing (Filipino Taro Leaves in Spicy Coconut Milk)
A classic Bicolano dish featuring tender dried taro leaves simmered in rich, spicy coconut milk with tender pieces of pork. This recipe emphasizes the traditional method of not stirring to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.
Laksa Johor
A unique and regal laksa from Johor, traditionally served with spaghetti instead of rice noodles. The rich, savory gravy is infused with aromatic spices and the delicate flavor of mackerel.
Laksa Lemak (Nyonya Coconut Curry Noodles)
A rich and aromatic Nyonya-style coconut curry noodle soup, featuring a fragrant broth simmered with laksa paste, coconut milk, and chicken stock. It's generously topped with tender chicken, succulent shrimp, absorbent tofu puffs, fresh bean sprouts, and the distinct herbaceous aroma of laksa leaf. A beloved dish with regional variations hotly debated.
Lamb Vindaloo
A fiery and tangy Goan lamb curry, heavily influenced by Portuguese cuisine, characterized by its liberal use of vinegar and chilies. This recipe focuses on tender lamb simmered in a rich, spicy sauce.
Larb (Thai Minced Meat Salad)
A vibrant and zesty Thai minced meat salad, featuring a spicy lime dressing, fresh herbs, and the unique nutty crunch of toasted rice powder. While often considered the national dish of Laos, it is incredibly popular and beloved throughout Thailand, particularly in the Isaan region.
LαΊ©u ThΓ‘i (Thai-Inspired Vietnamese Hot Pot)
A vibrant and interactive Vietnamese hot pot experience, featuring a bubbling, spicy broth simmered with an assortment of fresh seafood and crisp vegetables. Perfect for social gatherings, where diners cook ingredients to their liking at the table.