A handy guide to seven spicy BBQ dips, from smoky chipotle cream cheese to fresh harissa yoghurt and sweet-hot pineapple, with ideas for pairing each one.
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Spicy BBQ is about the balance between capsaicin and smoke. On this page, you’ll find our complete collection of recipes that lean into heat—from the earthy warmth of Aleppo pepper to the sharp punch of Buffalo sauce. We focus on the “tug-of-war” between spice, acidity, and the sweetness of caramelized meat. Whether you want a slow-smoked rack with a stinging dry rub or quick-fire skewers in a spicy yogurt marinade, this is your hub for all things fire. Explore our specialized spicy clusters across pork, beef, and poultry to find your perfect burn level.
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Charred pineapple and Scotch bonnet turn into a sweet-hot BBQ dip that cuts through sticky pork, chicken wings, halloumi and toasted flatbreads with ease.
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Grilled sweetcorn, jalapeño and Cajun seasoning make this creamy mayo dip chunky, smoky and perfect for burgers, sausages, hot dogs and crisp-edged BBQ potatoes.
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Fire-roasted red peppers and feta bring smoky sweetness and salty depth to this BBQ dip, a strong match for lamb koftas, chicken skewers, pitta and grilled courgettes.
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Sweet grilled mango, habanero and charred lime create a creamy BBQ dip with bright heat, ideal for prawns, sticky chicken, pork skewers and warm flatbreads.
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Smoked tomatoes, harissa and Greek yoghurt make a fresh, tangy BBQ dip that cuts through grilled lamb, chicken skewers and vegetables without weighing the plate down.
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Roasted jalapeños, sharp cheddar and sour cream give this BBQ dip a cool, savoury bite that works especially well with burgers, sausages, grilled potatoes and toasted buns.
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Creamy, smoky and gently sweet, this chipotle honey cream cheese dip brings warmth to wings, burgers and flatbreads, with enough richness to hold its own on a barbecue table.
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Lime keeps it bright, jalapeño adds a green heat and coriander lifts the whole bowl, making this slaw perfect for tacos and grilled chicken.
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Spicy chicken skewers are one of the easiest ways I know to make a barbecue feel generous without turning it into a full-day operation. Chicken takes on marinade quickly, skewers cook fast and the grill …