These crispy puff pastry pies are filled with the classic Philly cheesesteak filling: thin slices of grilled beef tossed with fried onions, bell peppers, and melty...
Meat appetizer recipes
These whimsical appetizers are packed with all the flavors of a traditional taco. They feature spicy beef, crispy tortillas, juicy vegetables, and creamy sour cream and cheese. To make the appetizer look...
One giant sausage roll is enough to feed a crowd. It looks impressive, and the taste is sure to impress. Beneath the crispy, poppy-seed-sprinkled crust lies juicy, all-natural pork...
These delicious buns are packed with all the flavors of real pizza, only in a convenient form. Made with store-bought pizza dough, they're wrapped around tomato sauce, a circle of sausage, a leaf...
This sweet version of sausage rolls will appeal to anyone who enjoys unusual flavor combinations and is perfect for both breakfast and snacking. It's made using ready-made dough...
This spicy, creamy dip, filled with chunks of grilled chicken, tastes just like the popular Buffalo chicken wings and is a perfect beer accompaniment. Only it's much...
To the delight of all meat lovers, these miniature sandwiches (sliders) are made with three types of pork. Ground pork and chorizo (uncooked, without casings) are combined into patties, which are then fried and...
These sausage rolls on skewers will be a hit at your next picnic or backyard party, and they only require two ingredients: sausage and...
The bottom layer of this dip is warm, tangy, and velvety, with chunks of savory chicken. It then transitions to a top layer of juicy, crisp vegetables, bacon bits, and a tart blue cheese dressing.
Make a fuss-free appetizer for a crowd. These mini sausages are quick and easy to make, and they pair perfectly with beer. All you need to do is cut out...
This incredible appetizer combines a donut, onion rings, and a cheeseburger, served with a special dipping sauce. Your guests will be delighted when they bite into the fluffy sesame-covered donut, and...
These nachos are filled with chili dog filling, a hot dog served with chili con carne (ground beef in a spicy tomato sauce). Make the meat sauce, add the sausage, and top it all off...
Although egg rolls are considered a Chinese-American cuisine, this recipe gives them a Tex-Mex flavor. The cooking technique is the same—deep-frying the rolls—and the ingredients are...
Despite the bite-sized size of this appetizer, it's packed with flavor. Thin strips of chicken breast are smeared with cream cheese, topped with crushed fresh jalapeño, and...
These soccer ball-shaped appetizers will brighten up your evening while watching the game. For the sausage rolls, you'll need smoked Polish sausage, store-bought puff pastry, and an egg. Pieces of fried sausage...
One of the easiest crispy chicken wings recipes that will delight all lovers of sweet and spicy flavors. This recipe uses shoulder chicken wings, but you can use a different variety if you prefer...
Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce are added to the ground beef for these patties, adding a savory, rich flavor with a hint of smoke. Grill the patties and serve...
The Mexican dish "enchiladas"—tortilla tubes filled with chicken in tomato sauce and topped with a layer of melting cheese—is delicious, but it's awkward to eat them with your hands as an appetizer. This recipe is adapted for...
Dipping crispy toasted baguette slices into this rich dipping sauce feels like eating real pizza! That's because the sauce is made with ingredients from traditional pizza. The viscous tomato sauce...
Delight your family and friends with this incredible appetizer, perfect for any occasion, from a beer party to a big celebration. Jalapeños, carefully slit...
Deep-fried chicken wings coated in a sticky, sweet-and-sour Asian-inspired glaze are the perfect pairing with beer. Those seeking new flavor combinations will be delighted. Before frying...
Fresh homemade salsa and BBQ-flavored chicken nuggets infuse these nachos with vibrant summer flavor any time of year. Perfect for large gatherings, house parties, and...
Fans of spicy Buffalo chicken wings will love the idea of preparing the drumsticks for the same flavor and serving them as a main course with a side dish or as a beer appetizer. Chicken drumsticks...
Make this beautiful football-shaped pie for appetizers just in time for the game. Using this idea, you can cut out and decorate any ball shape from the dough, in...
Venezuelan empanadas are made with a dough kneaded with corn flour, which distinguishes them from similar pastries in other Latin American countries. This recipe uses a special...
At your next house party, delight your guests with this Mexican appetizer. Taquitos are crispy tortilla tubes filled with meat. This recipe uses...
Delicious, spicy wings are a dream for any beer party. Surprise your guests with these mega wings: instead of traditional chicken wings, try turkey wings! The wings are baked in...
This easy-to-make appetizer will be a hit at your house party. It's filling, delicious, and easy to eat with your hands in just a few bites. It's made with raw, casing-less sausage...
Sausages in dough can be not only a filling snack but also a beautiful treat for a friendly party. Bake them and arrange them in a ring with a cup of sauce in the center, so each guest can...
You'll be making your own breadcrumbs for this recipe. It'll take a little more time, but the results are worth it, as the breadcrumbs, seasoned with herbs and Parmesan, are perfect for delicious fried...
Beef brisket is simmered in a flavorful sauce with poblano peppers, smoked paprika, and tomato juice until tender, then served in tortillas with gravy and other traditional...
The patties for these burgers are made from breakfast sausages, not traditional ground beef. You'll need to remove the casings from the raw sausages, form the ground sausage into patties, and fry them.
Treat your family to a unique Mexican-inspired breakfast. These burritos are filled with popular breakfast ingredients: grilled sausage, scrambled eggs, hash browns, cheese, and...
Your guests won't go hungry with this filling and impressive appetizer. This Mexican-inspired dip is made with seven different layers that blend beautifully together. Canned...
There are countless reasons to gather the whole family, and one of them is making tamales, which requires an extra pair of hands. In Mexico, this dish has long been associated with...
These delicious, succulent sandwiches are made using boneless pork shoulder, braised for several hours with fennel, rosemary, bay leaf, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil.
Even kids can handle a snack like sausage rolls if you make them with store-bought puff pastry. Simply sprinkle the dough with grated cheese, top with sausages, and wrap them in...
The perfect meat topping for nachos is made from several types of ground meat. Take ground beef and mix it with raw, casingless Mexican chorizo sausage (not to be confused with Spanish dry-cured...
Sweet and spicy barbecue sauce with a hint of smoke and sharp cheddar help transform leftover pulled pork into a delicious bread that's perfect for serving at a house party as an appetizer instead of...
You don't need to fire up the grill to enjoy the flavors of barbecue. Beef brisket is simmered for hours in a homemade barbecue sauce made with bourbon, molasses, and smoked paprika.
These Argentine-style kebabs are different from traditional kebabs: the beef is skewered not in chunks, but in thin, long strips, one per skewer. This way, the beef will be cooked through...
Spicy Buffalo wings are traditionally deep-fried, but this oven-baked recipe is perfect for anyone looking to cut down on fat. The wings are just as delicious and crispy...
These delicious wings turn out perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, even though they're baked rather than deep-fried. Keep this simple recipe handy in case you need...
Crispy beer chicken wings can be made without deep-frying—in the oven. Brush them with olive oil and bake until super-crispy, then toss them in a sweet-and-savory honey glaze...
These wings don't require frying; they're just as delicious and juicy baked in the oven without the extra oil, and the citrus-pineapple glaze makes them incredibly delicious. Dip them in the avocado sauce and...
Asian lettuce wraps are a great appetizer for any occasion, especially picnics. Tender pork tenderloin is rubbed with a spicy Asian sauce, grilled (or pan-fried),...
The principle of cooking these drumsticks isn't much different from any other barbecue: you rub them with a spice mixture, marinate them, then grill them, brushing them with mop sauce. And what gives them...
Rolled pizza is compact, convenient, and can be eaten on the go. This type of pizza is called stromboli, and it's not much more difficult to prepare than the classic version. In this recipe, the rolled...
A vibrant, herby chimichurri sauce adds a fresh touch to grilled, paprika-marinated chicken wings. For the most intense flavor, marinate them for...
30 Christmas Appetizer Recipes
Get into the holiday spirit with these festive Christmas appetizers from professional chefs.























































