Chile
Coconut-and-Lemongrass-Braised Short Ribs
Meltingly tender short ribs braised in a rich coconut-milk-based sauce stay bright thanks to Thai flavors and fresh lime. Be sure to make plenty of rice!
By Rachel Gurjar
Eggplant Tortas Milanesa
Torta milanesa usually features chicken or pork; this vegetarian version swaps in thin-sliced eggplant, which goes crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
By Kendra Vaculin
Green Chile Pasta
Chunks of meltingly tender pork, charred tomatillos, and spicy peppers star in this New Mexican–inspired take on ragú.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Charred Sun Gold Tomato and Fennel Pizza
The addition of homemade confit garlic—a 20-minute set-it-and-forget-it move—takes this fennel-forward pizza to the next level.
By Brandon Gray
Black Bean Smash Burger
Our genius solution for a black bean burger that’s not at all gummy: Treat it like a smash burger, griddle until crispy, and devour with lots of chipotle mayo.
By Zaynab Issa
Spicy Caesar Potato Salad
Part Caesar, part patatas bravas, and supremely likeable, thanks to a sassy dressing with a clever shortcut.
By Hana Asbrink
No-Grill Lemongrass and Soy Ribs
Saucy and spicy with lots of garlic and lemongrass, these ribs come together entirely on the stovetop. No grill or oven required.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Ajwaini Paneer Tikka Skewers
Mild, squishy paneer soaks up all of a marinade’s bold flavors (garam masala, cumin, cayenne, and ajwain here), making it an ideal grillable vegetarian protein.
By Chintan Pandya
Yogurt-Marinated Lamb Chops With Mango Chutney
These lamb chops get their kick from two flavorful marinades, a butter-basting session on the grill, and a shower of spices during their rest.
By Chintan Pandya
Som-Tam-Style Chicken Salad
This dish marries the key spicy-sour elements of classic Thai green papaya salad with zesty grilled chicken and the best of summer produce.
By Zaynab Issa
Spicy Korean-Style Grilled Corn
These charred cobs get slathered in a gochujang mayo for a spicy, funky twist on classic elotes.
By Diana Yen
Cucumber and Cilantro Chutney Sandwich
Give the classic cucumber sandwich an herbaceous punch with a lemony cilantro-jalapeño chutney.
By Zaynab Issa
Tomato Salad With Jalapeño Ranch
This spicy, herby ranch dressing is better than anything store-bought. You’ll want to put it on everything.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Mango With Fried Shallots
Spicy, salty, sweet, and crunchy—this Thai-inspired mango salad is exactly what you’re craving in the summer.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Chile-Cucumber Agua Fresca
Cool as a cucumber, sure, but it’s the citrus, ginger, and chile that will keep you coming back sip after sip.
By José Roberto Ricalde Gonzalez
Skirt Steak With Scallion Thecha
Packed with garlic, scallions, and a hot green chiles, thecha is a spicy and fragrant Maharashtrian condiment that’ll jazz up any dish—including steak.
By Rachel Gurjar
Queso, Not From a Jar
You could be totally hammered halfway through the Super Bowl and still make this queso. It’s that easy.
By Sohla El-Waylly
Mala Beef Hot Pot Broth
This fiery red broth is a labor of love, but it’s worth it—your hot pot spread depends on a rich, flavorful base.
By Eric Sze
Green Chile Shrimp Scampi With Spaghetti
All the buttery, garlicky pleasure of shrimp scampi with a sizzle of chile heat.
By Kendra Vaculin