Spicy Dip

Smoked paprika, sriracha and roast garlic turn mayo into a creamy, lively dip that works with chicken skewers, grilled corn, sweet potatoes and mixed barbecue spreads.

Gochujang, sour cream and pickled jalapeños turn into a cool, savoury dip with a fermented chilli edge, ideal for sticky ribs, beef skewers and grilled corn.

Rich cream cheese, smoky chipotle, hot honey and pickled jalapeños make this thick dip a cracking match for ribs, grilled corn, beef skewers and loaded barbecue boards.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.