Chile
Creamy Braised Beans With Charred Pickles and Croutons
Cozy and comforting, these creamy and flavorful braised beans are a one-pot wonder that make a protein-packed vegetarian meal.
By Jason Vaughan
Curtido (Salvadoran Cabbage Relish)
The longer this cabbage relish ferments, the better it’s going to taste.
By Rick Martinez
Burnt Orange and Coriander Roast Pork
A slow-roasted, centerpiece-worthy hunk of pork that yields a week's worth of excellent leftover possibilities.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
BA's Best Guacamole
This easy guacamole recipe is best made in a Mexican mortar and pestle called a molcajete, but a bowl and a fork works fine. Just don’t rush to get it on the table. It takes a while for the avocado to absorb all the flavors you add to it.
By Rick MartinezPhotography by Alex Lau
Braised Tofu and Chiles
In this 30-minute dinner, tofu braises in soy sauce, mirin, and vinegar until it’s richly flavored.
By Chris Morocco
Quick-Pickled Cauliflower
Sure, pickled cucumbers are great. But have you tried pickled cauliflower? Its crunchy brightness makes for an ideal counterpoint to rich dishes.
By Bryant Terry
Chile-Braised Chicken Tostadas
Dried chiles add tons of complex flavor to this saucy, shreddable chicken with little extra work—our kind of cooking.
By Christina Chaey
Pollo al Carbon
These bright and succulent grilled chicken breasts are perfect for wrapping in warm tortillas with spoonfuls of fresh salsa verde.
By Jarrett Melendez
Pollo Asado
Naranja agria (sour orange) gives this Nicaraguan grilled chicken its signature tang, but you can fake it using an orange and lime juice combo.
By Giovanna Favilli
Hot Honey Wings
Hot honey is good on everything: pizza, biscuits, and these crispy, low-fuss grilled wings.
By Jessie YuChen
Grilled Scallops With Peach Sweet Chili Sauce
A summer-inspired take on Thai sweet chili sauce with fresh peaches pairs perfectly with simply grilled scallops for an easy appetizer.
By Leela Punyaratabandhu
Cantaloupe With Spicy Bacon-Cashew Crumble
Juicy summer melon with a salty-sweet crunchy bacon topping makes for a low-effort but universally crowd-pleasing appetizer.
By Leela Punyaratabandhu
Charred Eggplant With Spicy Tomato Sauce and Peanuts
Spicy charred tomato sauce inspired by the Thai condiment nam prik complements silky grilled eggplant and crunchy peanuts in this meat-free masterpiece.
By Rachel Gurjar
Grilled Pork Shoulder Steaks With Green Pepper Relish
The marinade for these “simple but sublime” grilled pork steaks is packed with tons of Thai flavors anchored by garlic, cilantro, and white peppercorns.
By Leela Punyaratabandhu
Cucumber, Tomato, and Green Bean Salad
If you love the sour-salty-sweet Thai green papaya salad, you’ll love this peak-summer version made with tomatoes and cucumbers.
By Leela Punyaratabandhu
Corn, Plum, and Farro Salad with Nuoc Cham Dressing
Make the most of juicy summer stone fruit with this sweet-and-salty Vietnamese-inspired farro salad, studded with grilled corn and ripe plums.
By Rachel Gurjar
Sesame-Lemon Pickled Cucumbers
Lemon, green chiles, and sesame seeds add intrigue to these simple, extra-snappy cucumber pickles.
By Andy Baraghani
Tuk Trey Ping Poh With Pork Chops
Tangy, spicy, and herbaceous, tuk trey ping poh is a versatile Khmer condiment that’s great served with any protein and as a dipping sauce and a base for soups and curries. Make extra!
By Chinchakriya Un
Molletes
Fried eggs, pico de gallo, melty cheese, and refried beans, all piled atop crusty bread.
By Rosalyn Vera
Jalapeño Popper Gougères
These light and eggy cheese puffs are channeling your favorite bar snack.
By Sarah Jampel