15 Spicy recipes to heat up your weeknights!

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Whether you’re tired from a day at work or just looking to spice up your dinner, these 15 spicy recipes will be sure to heat up your weeknight!

Overhead shot of hot honey lemon pepper wings on a dark blue plate surrounded by lemon pepper and a white linen.
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This spicy weeknight pasta combines delicious traditional tomato sauce with a kick of heat from sliced chilis!
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chimichurri

Spicy potato soft tacos on a wooden cutting board.

Spicy Potato Soft Tacos. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These spicy potato soft tacos have a vibrant, bold chimichurri sauce that packs a punch! It’s cooled off with cabbage dressed in fresh lime juice.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Potato Soft Tacos with Chimichurri

Serrano Salsa with Lime

serrano salsa in a white bowl on a wooden cutting board.
Serrano Salsa with Lime. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Serrano salsa is made by roasting the peppers and onions in a cast iron pan and then blending them with fresh ingredients for a bright, spicy, flavorful salsa!
Get the Recipe: Serrano Salsa with Lime

Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

pasta aglio olio e peperoncino is mixed with a black pasta fork.
Aglio Olio e Peperoncino. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This mouthwatering garlicky pasta has rich olive oil, sliced garlic, and heat in the form of Calabrian chilis.
Get the Recipe: Aglio Olio e Peperoncino

Pineapple Habanero Sauce

pineapple habanero sauce in a glass jar with a lid.
Pineapple Habanero Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This bright, spicy condiment pairs sweet pineapple with fiery habaneros for a delicious sauce that’s perfect on everything from grilled meats to sandwiches!
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Sauce

Calabrian Potatoes

Calabrian potatoes on a white plate.

Calabrian Potatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These crispy smashed potatoes are dressed in a beautifully bold lemon vinaigrette with hot chili peppers.
Get the Recipe: Calabrian Potatoes

Chili Scrambled Eggs

Chilli scrambled eggs on a white plate surrounded by a cup of coffee, English muffins, and a copper fork.
Chili Scrambled Eggs. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Take your breakfast up a notch with these creamy soft scrambled eggs topped with sliced chilis!
Get the Recipe: Chili Scrambled Eggs

Chipotle Southwest Sauce

chipotle southwest sauce in a glass jar beside a red linen.
Chipotle Southwest Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Chipotle Southwest Sauce combines smoke and spice with creamy mayonnaise, fresh cilantro, and tart lime juice for a sauce that wakes up any meal.
Get the Recipe: Chipotle Southwest Sauce

Honey Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

Jalapeno honey and lime dressing on a wooden cutting board.
Honey Lime Jalapeno Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This vinaigrette pairs the heat of jalapeno peppers with the sweetness of honey and the brightness of lime to create a perfect dressing for salads or drizzle over grilled meats and veggies!
Get the Recipe: Honey Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Overhead shot of hot honey lemon pepper wings on a dark blue plate surrounded by lemon pepper and a white linen.
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These hot honey lemon pepper wings are a crispy, sweet, savory, and tangy treat you’re going to love! Check out the recipe for the secret to consistently crispy wings without frying.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Pickled Serrano Peppers

Pickled serrano peppers and garlic cloves in a glass jar.
Pickled Serrano Peppers. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These pickled serrano peppers are super easy to make and perfect to wake up your sandwiches, salads, and wraps! Swap the serrano peppers for jalapenos if you can’t find the peppers in your local store.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Serrano Peppers

Pineapple Habanero Salsa

pineapple habanero salsa in a black bowl on a wooden cutting board.

This delicious salsa perfectly balances sweet with heat. Roasted pineapple pairs with fiery habanero peppers in this deeply flavored salsa!
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Roasted Jalapenos

Roasted jalapenos on a white plate with a fork.
Roasted Jalapeños. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Roasted Jalapeños add delicious, smoky flavor to a variety of different meals, sauces, and marinades.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Jalapenos

Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

roasted mango habanero salsa in a black bowl.
Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This juicy, roasted mango habanero salsa recipe brings a tropical note to your favorite condiment. Try it in tacos, over burritos, or on rice bowls!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

Spicy Pickled Onions

Closeup of spicy pickled onions in a glass jar.
Spicy Pickled Onions. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Crisp spicy pickled onions are one of my favorite ways to add bright, slightly sweet, tangy flavor to a wide variety of dishes.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Pickled Onions

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