Cajun Butter Sauce Rich and Spicy Cajun Butter Sauce with Garlic and Herbs Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat) 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce, and stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to let the flavors meld. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm as a drizzle over seafood, grilled chicken, steak, or roasted vegetables. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: About 6 servings #cajunbuttersauce #buttersauce #spicybutter #garlicbutter #cajunflavors #seafoodsauce #steaksauce #spicygarlic #butterdrizzle #southerncooking #homemadesauce #easyrecipe #weeknightcooking #cajunseasoning #saucefordipping #savorysauce #lemonbutter #fieryflavor #grillingseason #spicygoodness Pour this Cajun Butter Sauce over your next grilled steak or shrimp and watch it disappear in seconds. Rich, garlicky, and spicy perfection!

Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken Fiery Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken with Crispy Chili Oil Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns 8-10 dried red chilies 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon chili oil with flakes 1 tablespoon soy sauce (extra) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 2 green onions, sliced Cooked jasmine rice, for serving Directions: In a bowl, combine chicken, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn). Add chicken and sear until golden and cooked through, about 6–7 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, and chili oil. Cook for 1 minute. Add the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Stir to coat everything evenly. Toss in green onions and stir for 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Serve hot over jasmine rice with extra chili oil if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #sichuanfood #chinesecooking #spicychicken #asianrecipes #peppercornchicken #sichuanchicken #dinnerideas #chiliinfusion #spicyrecipes #garlicginger #wokmeals #chickenstirfry #spicyandbold #homemademeals #easyasianrecipes #weeknightdinners #szechuanstyle #numblingspice #fieryflavors #boldflavor Feel the numbing heat! This Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken is spicy, crispy, and totally addictive. Perfect over jasmine rice!

Szechuan Sauce Spicy Homemade Szechuan Sauce with Garlic, Ginger, and Chili Heat Ingredients: 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce (or sambal oelek) 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground Szechuan peppercorns 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening) 1 tablespoon cold water (if using cornstarch) Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ground Szechuan peppercorns. Set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, add a touch of oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and bring to a gentle simmer. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water to create a slurry (if using). Add the slurry to the simmering sauce and cook for another 1–2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 35 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: ~8 servings #szechuan #szechuansauce #spicysauce #asianrecipes #homemadesauces #garlicginger #quickasianfood #chilisauce #szechuanpeppercorn #asiancondiments #stirfrysauce #saucelovers #fieryflavors #easyhomemaderecipes #spicygoodness #hotandsavory #veganfriendlysauce #homemadechinesefood #boldflavorboost #zestyinspiration Meet your new favorite sauce: this Szechuan Sauce is fiery, garlicky, and seriously addictive! Stir-fry, dip, drizzle—just YES.

Chicken Vindaloo with Potatoes Spicy Chicken Vindaloo Stew with Tender Potatoes Ingredients: 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 tablespoon oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 5 garlic cloves, minced 1-inch piece of ginger, grated 2 tablespoons white vinegar 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste) Salt to taste 1/2 cup water Fresh cilantro for garnish Cooked basmati rice or naan, for serving Directions: In a small bowl, mix vinegar, tomato paste, sugar, paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir to make a paste. Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for another minute. Add the spice paste and stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add chicken and coat it well in the spice mixture. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add diced potatoes and 1/2 cup water. Stir, bring to a simmer, and cover. Reduce heat and cook for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is tender and potatoes are cooked through. Uncover and simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken sauce, if needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or naan. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenvindaloo #spicycurry #indianfood #currynight #comfortcurry #vindaloorecipe #potatochicken #homemadeindian #fieryflavors #basmatirice #naanpairing #chickenrecipes #easycurries #onepotmeal #flavorpacked #ethnicfood #curryfromscratch #corianderandcumin #spicydinner #traditionalindianfood Turn up the heat with this Chicken Vindaloo with Potatoes! Bold spices, tender chicken, and soft potatoes come together in one rich and fiery dish

Sichuan Spicy Chicken Fiery Sichuan Chicken Stir-Fry with Chili Oil and Peanuts Ingredients: 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) 1 teaspoon cornstarch 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 8-10 dried red chilies, halved and seeds removed 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch piece of ginger, minced 2 scallions, chopped 2 tablespoons chili oil 1 tablespoon doubanjiang (fermented chili bean paste) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 cup roasted peanuts Cooked white rice, for serving Directions: In a bowl, mix chicken with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and cornstarch. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of the scallions. Stir-fry for another 30 seconds. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Stir in doubanjiang, chili oil, rice vinegar, and sugar. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, coating the chicken well. Toss in roasted peanuts and remaining scallions. Stir to combine and heat through. Serve hot over white rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spicychicken #sichuanchicken #chineserecipes #spicyfoodlover #fieryflavors #hotandnumbing #szechuanflavors #homemadechinese #easyasiandinner #stirfrychicken #garlicgingerchicken #wokcooking #doubanjiang #quickdinnerideas #chinesefoodathome #mealprepideas #chilichicken #weeknightdinner #asianrecipes #flavorpacked Craving bold flavors? This Sichuan Spicy Chicken is everything—hot, numbing, and incredibly satisfying! Perfect for spice lovers!