Appetizer recipes

Potstickers (gyoza) are Chinese dumplings that are distinguished by a special cooking method: they are first fried scallop-side up until the bottom is crispy, and then...

"As a child, I always helped my mother in the kitchen preparing New Year's treats," recalls recipe author Vivian Chan. "My main job was grating kilograms of daikon while she...

Make fluffy, tender steamed buns with carrot filling. To make these, roast carrots in the oven and mix them with peanuts, green onions, Sriracha sauce, and teriyaki sauce. The filling is...

This traditional snack from the coastal city of Ningbo combines crispy deep-fried seaweed with aromatic red peanuts. A touch of sugar enhances the umami flavor.

Marinate sliced ​​cucumbers in a sweet and spicy marinade with mint and chili pepper, and in just a few hours you'll have a delicious appetizer that can be served with any dish, especially meat. For...

If you're planning a movie night, don't forget to make a big batch of delicious popcorn. Do you prefer sweet or salty? How about sweet and spicy with maple syrup and...

The perfect appetizer for a big celebration. Toasted baguette slices are served with thinly sliced ​​beef steak, gorgonzola mousse, pickled radishes, caramelized onions, microgreens, and...

"Xiaolong bao are Chinese steamed dumplings with soup inside," says Molly Yeh. "They're like magic! My whole childhood, my family and I ate them at our favorite dim sum restaurant in Chinatown..."

This bite-sized dessert requires no baking. It's made with breakfast cereal, nuts, dried berries, seeds, and chocolate drops, and a swirl of...

Fish deep-fried in a crispy batter and served with golden-brown fries has long been considered one of the most popular dishes in the UK. If prepared according to the traditional recipe, then...

The traditional British dish of fish and chips consists of high-quality, firm white fish, deep-fried in a crispy batter, served with double-fried French fries. To make fish and chips...

To make these Chinese-style buns, you don't need to go to an Asian market and search for special ingredients or mix up a special dough. Sandra Lee suggests using...

This savory panchan is traditionally served chilled as an appetizer or as a vegetable side dish with rice. Japanese eggplant is steamed until tender, then soaked...

These Chinese dumplings can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, spooned individually onto Asian soup spoons. Filled with pork, mushrooms, and green onions, they're very...

The perfect side dish for a grilled beef steak is a refreshing, juicy iceberg lettuce with a sour cream dressing. Serve it impressively, as they do in the best steakhouses – by the wedge. Drizzle over a quarter of the iceberg...

Modern steakhouses offer more than just meat. Seafood lovers also have something to delight them with, such as shrimp cocktail. Large peeled shrimp are served with several types of...

Portobello mushrooms are the perfect alternative to veggie burger patties. Their caps are large and meaty, perfect for buns. Fry them in panko breadcrumbs for...

The secret to this cheesesteak is that there's no steak. No meat at all! Instead, there are flavorful, meaty portobello mushrooms layered on top of French fries and drizzled with a thick, cheesy sauce.

Filled with Italian sausage and pancetta, these stuffed mushrooms are especially rich and meaty, with a wonderfully spicy aroma of rosemary and garlic. To make these stuffed mushrooms...

Stuffed mushrooms are a versatile appetizer that's a hit at any event, whether it's a holiday dinner, a house party, or an evening watching a sports match. And with this simple...

Make savory hot sandwiches with cheese, jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese, and fried spicy chorizo. You'll need square white bread for...

This savory version of monkey bread is packed with aromatic spices, crispy jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese, and a heaping helping of gooey Monterey Jack cheese. This pull-apart snack is perfect...

Everyone will love this interesting twist on classic tomato soup, which tastes like pizza sauce! The soup is made with Parmesan rind, garlic, and Italian seasoning for a delicious...

"The surprise of this dish is the cherry slices and mozzarella slices hidden among the greens. Slice the tomatoes, large and small, differently for a more striking presentation. Cut some into wedges, and others..."

An easy-to-make, delicious appetizer that won't take much time. The combination of sweet tomatoes, aromatic basil, and gooey mozzarella on a crisp crust—what could be better?

This savory, semi-open pie is ready in minutes if you have store-bought pia dough on hand. Simply line the center with ricotta, tomato slices, and top with mozzarella. Fold it over...

These mini tarts, with a savory filling of gooey, tangy cheese and sweet tomatoes on a crumbly crust, are perfect for a holiday appetizer or a Sunday brunch. You'll even...

To make these delicious quick toasts, blend fresh tomatoes with garlic and olive oil, then spread the resulting sauce on toasted bread. The finishing touch is shaved...

To make a cheese quesadilla with the flavor of Korean barbecue bulgogi, ground beef is fried with a blend of Korean spices and herbs, then spread on a tortilla topped with cheese,...

This delicious, crispy quesadilla is filled with gooey, savory Pepper Jack cheese, juicy shrimp, roasted bell pepper slices, and fragrant cilantro. To ensure the tortilla has a delicious, crispy coating...

These delicious golden spinach and cheese puffs are easy to make with minimal ingredients, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. They can be made ahead and frozen.

You won't need honey or nuts to make this appetizer. It's much simpler: the recipe uses breakfast cornflakes with honey and nuts, so the chicken not only gains...

To add a richer flavor to her Sloppy Joe sandwiches and take it to the next level, Rachael Ray adds chopped hot dogs and steak seasoning to the thick meat sauce.

Give traditional guacamole a fresh summer twist by adding avocado and some seasonal fruit. Strawberries and mango are a perfect pairing for a fresh, flavorful snack paired with...

This delicious guacamole is made with onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, lime, cilantro, and, of course, mango, the perfect fruit for adding tropical flavor and a touch of sweetness to balance out the...

These champignons with a sweet and spicy crabmeat filling are perfect as a holiday appetizer or side dish. Garlic and lemon butter imparts a stunning flavor. Bake...

Marinate chicken breast in sweet, spiced tea, grill, then slice and toss with pecans and apples in a honey-based mayonnaise dressing. This delicious salad will serve as the base for...

A honey-jalapeno marinade softens the tough flank steak, and after grilling, the meat becomes perfectly juicy for these hearty fajitas. Slice the steak thinly across the grain and serve...

A sweet and salty snack mix with hints of strawberries and cream, perfect for school or on-the-go snacking. Add yogurt-covered pretzels and freeze-dried strawberries...

This hot, super-cheesy sandwich, with a crisp Parmesan crust and melty cheddar inside, is packed with the rich flavors of pesto, garlic aioli, and sun-dried tomatoes. Despite its abundance of ingredients, it...

Ham, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles are a delicious combination that sets the hot Cuban sandwich apart from other sandwiches. Enhance its flavor even further by adding thinly sliced ​​turkey and...

If you have leftover roast turkey from last night's holiday dinner, you can make sandwiches with them the next day. But the holiday's still on—let there be sandwiches, too...

These burgers may be small, but they're packed with flavor. The patties are made with turkey and aromatic herbs, and cranberry sauce is turkey's best friend. Brush it on the patties while baking,...

For the healthiest burgers for the whole family, choose lean ground turkey and mix it with sautéed mushrooms for a burst of flavor. Serve the patties on...

Turkey, with its neutral flavor, is the perfect choice if you want to infuse your burger with Asian flavors, like Anne Burrell does. Add garlic, ginger, water chestnuts,...

Hot sauce and crushed store-bought salsa are added directly to the dough for these corn donuts. Shredded cheddar and fried bacon bits are also added to the dough. Deep-fry the hushpuppies and...

"These mini burgers are sure to be a hit at your next party thanks to my delicious onion-tomato jam," says Cardea Brown. "You'll definitely want to make this jam..."

This hearty, juicy cheeseburger is made with two thick turkey patties topped with melty cheese and crispy pieces of fried turkey bacon. Served on a toasted English muffin...

To infuse beef steak with a delicious Asian flavor, brush it with oyster sauce and sesame oil before grilling. Once cooked, slice thinly across the grain and serve...