5 hot recipes using chilies
What's the story
Traditional Indian food is characterized by its spices. Moreover, spices like chilies can lend your food that special kick. These spicy chilies can warm you from the inside during the colder weather. If you love spicy food and are looking for ways to eat these hot things in different forms, then here are five recipes you will love.
#1
Red chili pickle
Let's start with a delicious red chili accompaniment that is loved across India--red chili pickle. You need fresh red chilies for this pickle that need to be washed and dried well to ensure longevity. The masala is what will elevate the pickle and is prepared using mustard seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, and dry mango powder. Here is the full recipe.
#2
Chili mac and cheese
Chilli mac and cheese is a combination of two recipes- chili and mac and cheese. Another great thing is that you can freeze it for up to three months. The recipe needs ingredients like chili powder, bell peppers, meat, onion, garlic, coriander, beans, tomato, and cheese. Garlic and onions are used to create a flavor base. Here is the recipe.
#3
Twice baked chili cheese potatoes
Twice-baked chili cheese potato is a great alternative to greasy chili cheese fries and makes for an awesome game night meal. The recipe starts with cleaning and poking two holes in each potato before baking them. Double baking gives these potatoes a crispy skin, while cheese and chilies pack in a whole lot of flavor into the dish. Here is the recipe.
#4
Chili and garlic hummus
This one is an interesting twist to the popular hummus we all love. Cook soaked chickpeas and keep them aside. Put a cup of olive oil in the pan. Add sesame seeds, two-three dry red chilies, and garlic into the oil and bring it to a boil. Roast the sesame seeds nicely. Add salt and blend everything together. Here is the full recipe.
#5
Chili spaghetti
In this recipe, cook the meat with salt and garlic and transfer the mixture to a large pot. Add tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, water, sugar, chili powder, and beans to the pot. Cook the mixture on medium heat for half an hour. In the meantime, cook spaghetti noodles and add them to the chili soup. Serve hot. Here is the recipe.