Best 10 Sweet Spicy Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey that tantalizes your taste buds with a sweet and spicy dressing, a versatile sauce that elevates any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. This zesty condiment combines the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, with a touch of heat that adds an extra layer of complexity. Discover three delectable variations of this dressing, each offering a unique flavor profile to complement a variety of dishes. From a classic sweet and spicy dressing, perfect for salads and grilled meats, to a tangy and aromatic version infused with Asian flavors, and a creamy and flavorful rendition ideal for dipping vegetables or drizzling over chicken, these recipes cater to every palate. Get ready to elevate your culinary creations with this versatile and irresistible dressing.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SPICY FRENCH DRESSING



Sweet and Spicy French Dressing image

A Catalina-style dressing recipe that's been in our family for years. I can't count the times I've been asked for this recipe; it's way better than store-bought dressing. Works well for taco salad or any lettuce salad.

Provided by Grandma39

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     French Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup vegetable oil
¾ cup white sugar
⅓ cup vinegar
⅓ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried minced onion

Steps:

  • Blend vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, ketchup, salt, celery seed, paprika, and dried minced onion in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 100.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

HONKY TONK SWEET AND SPICY SALAD DRESSING



Honky Tonk Sweet and Spicy Salad Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
About 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/8 cup Sriracha sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 tablespoons sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, mustard, Sriracha, ginger, celery seed, salt, pepper and 1/8 cup water in a blender. Blend well. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

SWEET AND SPICY GINGER DRESSING



Sweet and Spicy Ginger Dressing image

This sweet, gingery dressing has the nutty flavor of sesame, a hint of garlic, and just a little bite.

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup white vinegar
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup sesame seeds
¼ cup minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon sesame oil
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Whisk together the oil, vinegar, honey, sesame seeds, ginger, sesame oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Serve as salad dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.1 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SWEET-POTATO SALAD WITH SPICY PEANUT DRESSING



Sweet-Potato Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Nut     Potato     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Peanut     Sweet Potato/Yam     Summer     Sugar Snap Pea     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (such as Asian)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon peanut butter
2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons golden brown sugar
2 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups sugar snap peas, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/3 cup coarsely chopped dry-roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Whisk first 9 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
  • Add enough water to large saucepan to reach depth of 1/2 inch. Bring to boil; add sweet potatoes and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; cool.
  • Mix sweet potatoes, dressing, peas, and green onions in large bowl. Season salad with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Sprinkle salad with peanuts and serve.

HEALTHY TUNA GRAIN BOWL WITH TURMERIC SWEET POTATOES AND SPICY YOGURT DRESSING



Healthy Tuna Grain Bowl with Turmeric Sweet Potatoes and Spicy Yogurt Dressing image

This healthy grain bowl is loaded with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, thanks to the tangy, spicy yogurt sauce and turmeric-roasted sweet potatoes. Plus, you can easily make this dish from pantry staples and long-lasting freezer items. Serve with an extra squeeze of lime juice for a nutrient-packed and sustaining meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups frozen cooked brown rice (about 24 ounces)
1/4 head red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 small carrots, trimmed and peeled into paper-thin ribbons
2 large limes, halved, 1 half cut into wedges for serving
3/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons chili paste, such as sambal oelek
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
Two 5-ounce cans albacore tuna packed in water, drained
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Toasted sesame seeds, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Toss the sweet potatoes, 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the ginger, 1/2 teaspoon of the turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper on the prepared baking sheet until evenly coated. Roast until tender and lightly browned, tossing halfway through, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the frozen brown rice according to package directions; keep warm. Toss the sliced cabbage, carrot ribbons, the juice from 1 lime half, a pinch of salt and a couple grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until well dressed and combined.
  • Squeeze the juice from the remaining 2 lime halves into a small bowl. Stir in the yogurt, fish sauce, chili paste, honey, the remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon ginger and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, a pinch of salt and several grinds of black pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the warm rice among 4 shallow bowls (about 3/4 cup per bowl). Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, cabbage-carrot slaw, tuna (about 1/4 cup per bowl), edamame and sliced scallions. Drizzle with the spicy yogurt dressing, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve with the reserved lime wedges for squeezing.

SWEET & SPICY DRESSING



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This is a real flavorful salad dressing, also good to use as a dip for chicken. I use it in some of my tortilla wraps. I like carrots cooked in this dressing and served hot or cold.

Provided by RecipeMonster

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 -2 teaspoon mild to medium red chili powder
1 teaspoon dry basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon curry
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies (I use Hatch but any kind will do)
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
6 ounces canned pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Whisk all ingredients together as you are adding them, add oil slowly while you are whisking until combined. Make a day ahead or at least a couple hours.

SIMPLE SWEET & SPICY BALSAMIC DRESSING



Simple Sweet & Spicy Balsamic Dressing image

Make and share this Simple Sweet & Spicy Balsamic Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 3/4 cup, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons honey
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a jar, add all ingredient and mix well. Shake again just before serving.

SWEET & SPICY BALSAMIC DRESSING /MARINADE (NO OIL)



Sweet & Spicy Balsamic Dressing /Marinade (No Oil) image

From a low-fat cookbook. Haven't tried it yet but I like the way it sounds and I have all the ingredients in my home on a regular basis so this is posted for you and for safe keeping.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 33m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup water
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/8 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  • Refrigerate several hours before serving.
  • Great on salads or can use as a marinade on chicken and fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11.6, Fat 0.2, Sodium 59, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.3

LOW FAT SPICY, AND A LITTLE SWEET, PEANUT DRESSING



Low Fat Spicy, and a Little Sweet, Peanut Dressing image

Adapted from Bobby Flay, but the fat is cut by almost 80%! It doesn't make much, but the flavor is strong, and enhances a salad very well.

Provided by AniSarit

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 2m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon peanut butter (not chunky)
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon hot red chili pepper flakes (I used Mexican variety)
1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, and whisk well.
  • Add to your favorite salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.2, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 270.8, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 1.7

STEPHIE'S SWEET AND SPICY DRESSING



Stephie's Sweet and Spicy Dressing image

This dressing came out of desperation for a good french dressing in Canada. All the french dressing here seems watery and bland. My dressing is creamy and sweet, with a nice spice. Easy to make because you can cheat and use a bottle of ranch dressing for the base! Husband approved!

Provided by Stephanie Vandenburg

Categories     Dressings

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c ranch dressing, any brand
3/4 c sugar
1/2 c yellow mustard, any brand
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the ranch dressing, sugar and mustard thoroughly. You don't want to be able to feel the texture of the sugar in the dressing.
  • 2. Add in the cayenne pepper, paprika and black pepper. Mix well.
  • 3. Enjoy on salads or as a sauce - we eat this on chicken! Makes enough to fill a regular size salad dressing bottle.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your dressing will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and zesty citrus fruits.
  • Balance the flavors: Sweet and spicy flavors should be in harmony. Adjust the amount of honey or sugar and chili peppers to your taste.
  • Let the flavors meld: Allow the dressing to sit for at least 30 minutes before using, so the flavors have time to meld together.
  • Use a variety of textures: Incorporate different textures into your dressing, such as chopped nuts, seeds, or crumbled bacon, for added interest.
  • Experiment with different ingredients: Feel free to experiment with different fruits, herbs, and spices to create your own unique dressing.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant flavors and versatile applications, this sweet and spicy dressing is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you're drizzling it over a salad, using it as a marinade for grilled meats, or simply enjoying it as a dip, this dressing is guaranteed to elevate your culinary creations. So next time you're looking for a dressing that packs a punch, give this sweet and spicy recipe a try!

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