15 Spicy Pork Recipes That'll Make Your Mouth Water

Andy's Spicy Green Chile Pork
Andy's Spicy Green Chile Pork | Photo by Allrecipes.

It's time to turn up the heat with one of our very best spicy pork recipes. From pork shoulder tacos with a Serrano-infused edge to cayenne-spiked dinners that are sure to bring tears to your eyes, these blazing hot ideas are exactly what you need to kick things up a notch. Find delicious appetizer and meal inspiration in this collection of our best spicy pork recipes.

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Sweet and Spicy Pork and Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry with Spicy Noodles

Sweet and Spicy Pork and Napa Cabbage Stir-Fry with Spicy Noodles next to chopsticks
SunnyByrd

An ample dose of Thai sweet chili sauce adds delicious sweet and spicy flavor to this stir-fried dinner. "So delicious," raves reviewer pipkin3. "The noodles tasted amazing and the recipe is flexible for whatever you have on hand."

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Spicy Pork Tenderloin

sliced pork tenderloin
DebDawson

This "flavorful, fast, and easy" spice rub for grilled pork tenderloin can also be used on chicken or ribs, according to recipe creator SRYAN1.

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Andy's Spicy Green Chile Pork

Andy's Spicy Green Chile Pork recipe on a blue plate
Allrecipes Magazine

Pork shoulder is cooked low and slow with an onion, cilantro, a jar of green salsa, and two spicy Serrano chile peppers. Serve with fresh tortillas for a delicious meal.

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Sweet and Spicy Ginger Beer Pulled Pork

Sweet and Spicy Ginger Beer Pulled Pork on a white plate
Happyschmoopies

This sweet and spicy Boston pulled pork butt roast, which comes together in a slow cooker with just a few ingredients, starts with a can of ginger beer.

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Spicy Pulled Pork Pushover

Spicy Pulled Pork Pushover
Soup Loving Nicole

This sweet, spicy, and smoky pulled pork recipe couldn't be easier to make in your slow cooker. Serve on a hamburger bun with pickles and barbecue sauce.

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Spicy Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Sweet Potatoes

Spicy Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Sweet Potatoes
Bibi

"Jazz up your pork tenderloin with this spicy-sweet combo of apples, cider, sweet potatoes, and as much or as little heat as your palate requires," says recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Bibi.

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Spicy Cauliflower Fried 'Rice' With Pork

spicy-cauliflower-fried-rice-with-pork-photo-by-lilsnoo
Photo by LilSnoo.

Here's a paleo-friendly take on a comfort food staple. This version calls for pork, but recipe creator Marcella Anne Darcey says you can use whatever protein you want.

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Spicy Pork and Vegetable Tofu

a white ceramic bowl filled with ma po tofu garnished with sliced red chile rings
Photo by Chef John. Chef John

This satisfying meal acts as a catch-all for "any seasonal produce," according to Chef John, who recommends salting the zucchini for about 15 minutes to enhance its flavor.

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Spicy Peach-Glazed Pork Chops

Spicy Peach-Glazed Pork Chops
Photo by Allrecipes Magazine.

A flavorful sauce made with peach preserves, Worcestershire sauce, white wine, and spicy chile paste makes these pork chops simply irresistible.

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Cajun Roasted Pork Loin

Cajun Roasted Pork Loin
TIrameow

This spicy roast — spiked with cayenne, oregano, pepper, thyme, mustard, and garlic — creates a wonderful sauce to drizzle over the meat, according to recipe creator Patti Terranova.

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Spicy Maple Breakfast Sausage

Spicy Maple Breakfast Sausage
France C

Wake up on the right side of the bed with these sweet and spicy breakfast sausage patties. They come together in just 30 minutes, so there's no need to set your alarm.

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Grilled Bacon Jalapeno Wraps

Grilled Bacon Jalapeno Wraps
Jesse Nelson

The Allrecipes community can't get enough of this top-rated appetizer, which has more than 1,000 rave reviews. Make them with just three ingredients in 20 minutes.

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Blackberry Jalapeno Glazed Ham

Blackberry Jalapeno Glazed Ham
Photo by Allrecipes.

"The sweetness of blackberries, honey, and brown sugar are balanced by the spice of roasted jalapenos in this delicious Blackberry Jalapeno Glazed Ham recipe, perfect for Easter Sunday," says recipe creator WhitneyBond.

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Spicy Chinese Barbeque Riblets

Spicy Chinese Barbeque Riblets
Spicy Chinese Barbeque Riblets. Baking Nana

Juicy baby back ribs are flavored with a spicy sauce made with hoisin sauce, white wine, soy sauce, sugar, tomato paste, garlic, and hot sauce.

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Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Photo by Allrecipes.

Cajun seasoning gives this impressive, bite-sized appetizer a spicy kick. "This was easy and delicious," raves reviewer Lori. "I followed the recipe exactly and was pleased!"

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More Inspiration

Easy and Elegant Pork Tenderloin
Deb C

Try one of our favorite Quick and Easy Pork Dinner Ideas. Plus, explore our entire collection of Pork Recipes.

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