Sichuan Peppercorn

Tingly mapo tofu meets cozy Midwestern chili mac in this one-pot dinner.

This fiery red broth is a labor of love, but it’s worth it—your hot pot spread depends on a rich, flavorful base.

Tingly Sichuan peppercorns and tart black vinegar pack a one-two punch in Hetty McKinnon’s shredded stir-fried potatoes.

This cold noodle salad features a versatile Sichuan peppercorn dressing that will leave your tongue tingling.

You need this spicy and deeply umami tiger bite sauce in your life.

Mouth-numbing, sweet, salty, and crunchy peanuts you can’t stop eating.

The flavors of this fish are out of control—super spicy, super intense, super delicious.

This Kung Pao recipe stays very close to the original but includes seasonal peppers.

Because nothing will stop us from eating ramen all year long.

Crunchy shrimp (thanks for the help, cornstarch!) gets its zesty, floral heat from Sichuan peppercorns. It's hard to believe that a main course this complex comes together so quickly.

Just a little bit of spicy, salty chile bean paste is the reason this dish packs such an insane flavor punch.

Store the finished nuts in an air-tight container to prevent stickiness.

This seasoned salt is equally good on other cuts of meat, like chicken thighs or breasts or pork chops. Make a big batch and use it as you like.

Try this zesty seasoning sprinkled over watermelon or mango—or even grilled seafood.

“Summer squash is the perfect canvas for this spicy, floral pickle.” –Sue Li, recipe developer