spicy Recipes
255 delicious spicy recipes from around the world
Ma La Xiang Guo (Sichuan Dry Pot)
A popular Sichuan dish where a variety of ingredients are stir-fried in a intensely flavorful, numbing, and spicy sauce. It's often described as the 'dry' version of hot pot, allowing you to customize your own mix of proteins, vegetables, and other goodies.
Malaysian Curry Laksa
A rich and fragrant Malaysian noodle soup featuring a spicy coconut curry broth, tender noodles, succulent prawns, and fried tofu puffs, finished with fresh bean sprouts and mint. This recipe focuses on the popular curry laksa variant.
Mapo Doufu (Sichuan Style)
A classic Sichuan dish featuring silken tofu in a fiery, intensely savory, and numbing sauce, traditionally made with minced pork. This recipe aims for an authentic 'ma la' (numbing and spicy) experience.
Mapo Tofu
Sichuan's iconic dish - silky tofu in a fiery, savory sauce with ground pork, fermented chili bean paste (doubanjiang), and mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorns. A true taste of Sichuanese home cooking.
Masak Lemak Cili Api
A rich and creamy coconut milk-based curry from Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, featuring the fiery heat of bird's eye chilies and aromatic spices. This dish is traditionally made with chicken or fish.
Massaman Curry
A rich and aromatic Thai-Muslim curry with Persian influences, featuring tender beef slow-cooked with potatoes in a fragrant coconut milk broth, infused with warm spices and finished with the crunch of roasted peanuts.
Meen Varuval (South Indian Fish Fry)
A classic South Indian coastal specialty, this Meen Varuval features fish steaks marinated in a vibrant blend of spices and aromatics, then shallow-fried to a delightful crispness while remaining moist and tender inside.
Miang Kham (Thai Leaf Wraps)
Miang Kham, meaning 'many bites to eat', is a traditional Thai appetizer where fresh betel leaves are filled with a vibrant medley of sweet, savory, sour, and spicy toppings. It's a delightful and interactive culinary experience.
Mie Aceh
A classic North Sumatran dish featuring thick, chewy noodles tossed in a rich, aromatic, and spicy curry sauce, often served with tender beef or seafood.
Nakji Bokkeum (Spicy Stir-Fried Baby Octopus)
Nakji Bokkeum is a vibrant and popular Korean dish featuring tender baby octopus stir-fried in a fiery, savory, and slightly sweet sauce. It's known for its bold flavors and quick cooking time, making it a fantastic weeknight meal or appetizer.
Nam Prik Pao (Thai Roasted Chili Paste)
Nam Prik Pao is a versatile and essential Thai condiment, often described as a roasted chili jam. It's a complex blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, used as a dipping sauce, a spread, or a base for countless Thai dishes like Tom Yum soup and Pad Krapow.
Nam Tok Moo (Thai Waterfall Pork Salad)
Nam Tok Moo, meaning 'waterfall pork', is a vibrant and spicy Thai grilled pork salad originating from the Isaan region. It's characterized by its juicy, tender pork that's sliced and then tossed in a zesty dressing with toasted rice powder, chili, and fresh herbs. The name refers to the delicious juices that 'drip' from the grilled pork, resembling a waterfall.
Napa Cabbage Kimchi (Baechu Kimchi)
Korea's quintessential fermented dish, this vibrant Napa cabbage kimchi is packed with probiotics and flavor. It features a spicy, savory paste made from gochugaru, garlic, ginger, and salted seafood, coating tender, brined cabbage leaves.
Nasi Dagang
Nasi Dagang, meaning 'trader's rice', is a fragrant and flavorful rice dish traditionally enjoyed as a breakfast staple on the east coast of Malaysia, particularly in Terengganu. It features a unique blend of red and glutinous rice steamed in rich coconut milk, served with a spicy and creamy fish curry (Gulai Ikan Tongkol) and accompanied by pickled vegetables (acar).
Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak, the beloved national dish of Malaysia, is fragrant coconut rice cooked with pandan leaves, typically served with a spicy sambal, crispy anchovies, roasted peanuts, a hard-boiled egg, and fresh cucumber slices. It's a versatile dish enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Nasi Padang
Nasi Padang is a celebratory Minangkabau feast from West Sumatra, Indonesia. It features steamed white rice served with an elaborate array of pre-cooked dishes, typically including beef rendang, various curries (gulai), spicy sambals, and an assortment of vegetables and proteins. The dishes are traditionally presented in small portions, creating a visually stunning and flavorful spread.
Niu Rou Mian (Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup)
A beloved Taiwanese national dish featuring tender, slow-braised beef and tendon in a rich, aromatic, and slightly spicy broth, served with thick wheat noodles and blanched greens. This recipe focuses on developing deep flavor through slow simmering.
NΖ°α»c ChαΊ₯m (Vietnamese Dipping Sauce)
NΖ°α»c ChαΊ₯m is the quintessential Vietnamese dipping sauce, a harmonious blend of salty fish sauce, tangy lime, sweet sugar, pungent garlic, and fiery chili. It's an indispensable condiment that elevates everything from spring rolls and grilled meats to noodle dishes and rice bowls.
Ojingeo Bokkeum (Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Squid)
A vibrant and flavorful Korean dish featuring tender squid stir-fried in a spicy, savory gochujang-based sauce with fresh vegetables. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Pad Kee Mao (Thai Drunken Noodles)
Pad Kee Mao, or Thai drunken noodles, is a fiery and aromatic stir-fry featuring wide rice noodles, your choice of protein, fresh Thai basil, garlic, and chilies. Traditionally enjoyed as a late-night meal or hangover cure, its intense flavors and satisfying texture make it a beloved classic.
Pad Kra Pao (Thai Holy Basil Stir-Fry)
A quintessential Thai street food dish featuring a fiery and aromatic stir-fry of minced meat with garlic, chilies, and the distinctive peppery notes of holy basil. Served with rice and a perfectly fried egg.
Pad Krapow Gai (Thai Holy Basil Chicken Stir-Fry)
A quintessential Thai street food dish featuring a fiery and aromatic stir-fry of minced chicken with garlic, chilies, and the distinctive peppery notes of holy basil. Traditionally served with fluffy jasmine rice and a perfectly fried egg with crispy edges.
Pad Ma Khuea Yao (Thai Stir-Fried Long Eggplant)
A vibrant and simple vegetarian Thai stir-fry featuring tender long eggplant, fragrant basil, and a kick of chili. This dish is quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Thai flavors.
Pad Pak Bung Fai Daeng (Thai Flaming Morning Glory)
A classic Thai street food dish featuring water spinach (morning glory) flash-fried at extremely high heat with garlic, chilies, and savory sauces, often finished with a dramatic flair of flames. Best enjoyed immediately for its crisp texture and vibrant flavors.