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Thompson’s comprehensive spicy vegetarian cookbook, featuring nearly 200 recipes that draw on cuisines from around the world. The book covers everything from vinegars and condiments to drinks and full entrees, all built around the bold flavors of chili peppers and spice.

Why Read This

If “Hot Sauce!” is Thompson’s focused guide to sauce-making, this is her wide-angle view of spicy cooking. The recipes span multiple ethnic traditions and reflect her belief that vegetarian food should never be bland. You get fiery condiments, spiced drinks, and full meals that prove heat and flavor can carry a dish without meat. The range makes it a useful everyday cookbook for anyone who cooks with chili peppers regularly.

What to Expect

A substantial paperback at 352 pages. The scope is broad, covering breakfast through dessert with global influences. Thompson’s writing is warm and accessible, and she provides enough context on chili varieties and spice levels that you can adjust recipes to your own heat tolerance. Best suited for readers who already enjoy “Hot Sauce!” and want to explore Thompson’s broader approach to spicy cooking.