Appetizer recipes

This classic British snack is essentially a rich beer cheese fondue drizzled over toast—a comforting cheese dish at its simplest. To prepare...

Simply combine savory ingredients with umami-flavored ingredients for this delicious appetizer. Toasted sesame seeds add a wonderful texture. Serve this dip with crackers or...

Molly Yeh presented an appetizer with a subtle Jewish influence, like many other dishes at her new restaurant, Bernie's, in Minnesota. This dip is smoky, creamy, bright, and slightly herbaceous. And...

"Paneer is a fresh, unsalted Indian cheese made by curdling milk with vinegar or lime. The resulting curd is then pressed into cubes. Paneer is primarily used in the north...

Indian cuisine offers a variety of savory snacks filled with nuts, puffed rice, and other crunchy ingredients, all flavored with masala spices to delight the taste buds. Although the packets...

These delicious little pastries with a savory filling are a popular snack not only in India but also far beyond. The concept of samosas was brought to India by Middle Eastern traders, but...

This fruit and nut snack boasts a light, chewy texture thanks to puffed brown rice and rice syrup. Dried cherries add a sweet and tart flavor, while sea salt and pumpkin seeds...

Pinto beans are simmered in a rich, savory sauce with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and guajillo chili until perfectly tender and flavorful. Serve as a taco filling with...

Turn cornmeal into a deliciously crunchy snack! These delicious cornmeal balls are made from leftover cornmeal. Mix it with grated cheese and fried ham and form into balls.

Chicharrón en salsa verde is a popular Mexican dish made with crispy pork rinds and a green tomatillo salsa (salsa verde). The rinds are slowly simmered in a thick sauce until slightly...

Served in shot glasses filled with a tart and spicy tomatillo sauce, the shrimp are an appetizer perfect for barbecue parties or poolside. The shrimp should be well...

Nachos, loaded with melting cheese and a rich, meaty sauce, are a great appetizer for house parties and sports nights. Tomatillos and...

This mushroom and asparagus quesadilla makes a wonderful vegetarian dinner that everyone will love. The vegetables are layered on a tortilla generously sprinkled with cheese, then folded in half and...

Skirt steak is a relatively inexpensive cut that's perfect for everyday cooking. Being quite tough, it pairs well with marinades, which also adds flavor. Prepare...

Traditional Mexican salsa verde (green salsa) is made with tomatillos, which, when baked, impart a deeper, richer flavor with a hint of sweetness. Bake with...

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of an Italian-inspired chicken sandwich. Grilled chicken breast, rubbed with fennel and red pepper, is served on a crispy bun with sweet tomatoes, aromatic...

Breaded fried chicken served on toasted slices of white bread with pickles, fresh iceberg lettuce, and smoked chipotle mayonnaise. This recipe uses chicken cutlets made from...

This prosciutto-filled flatbread with pear and a refreshing arugula salad is a perfect summer appetizer. It harmoniously combines sweet and savory ingredients, gooey cheese, and fresh herbs. To prepare...

These sandwiches were inspired by the Vietnamese banh mi. A split baguette is topped with a Thai salad featuring mahi mahi in red curry, green onions, carrots, and cucumber, and topped with...

Fish sandwiches are a healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers, and tender mahi-mahi has a relatively mild flavor that makes a great backdrop for other vibrant ingredients.

Thin slices of roasted beets are drizzled with a mustard vinaigrette and served with slices of smoked red fish. The combination of sweet beets, tart dressing, and salty fish is simply stunning!

These crispy, fiber-rich wraps are made with sheets of baked seaweed instead of flatbread. Fill them with avocado and smoked salmon and serve as an appetizer or a low-calorie evening snack.

Want to experience the Alaskan diet? Then make this creamy hot-smoked salmon dip! Paired with fresh vegetables and crackers, it's the perfect appetizer for your next...

Tender smoked salmon pieces are served on toasted multigrain bread with a tomato wheel, mustard, and dill. Sweet tomato, zesty mustard, and refreshingly spicy dill combine...

These elegant miniature pizzas can be served as an appetizer or with wine for dinner. Only the pizza crusts are baked. Once they've cooled slightly, spread a layer of mascarpone over them, top with slices of smoked...

"Fried potato pancakes (latkes) are a traditional Hanukkah treat, but I also love making them for Passover because they're so delicious and easy to make kosher (without bread or sourdough!). This...

Filo pastry tartlets are a great product to keep in the freezer for a delicious snack at any time. One of the most delicious combinations for tartlet fillings...

Want to impress your guests without the hassle of cooking? This simple dip, made with just 100g of silky smoked salmon, is perfect as an appetizer and pairs well with...

This light appetizer is perfect as a side dish for dinner or as a pleasant addition to brunch, and it's quick and easy to prepare. Wrap each roasted asparagus stalk in a thin...

This luxurious sandwich combines two brunch classics—Eggs Benedict and smoked salmon. With a flavorful hollandaise sauce, tender fish, and a melt-and-go yolk, it's the perfect...

This quick and delicious breakfast pizza is made with store-bought dough and filled with popular morning sandwich toppings: cream cheese, smoked salmon, and avocado slices. Topping it all off is...

Crispy hash browns are perfect for Sunday brunch. For a special twist, make one large hash brown and top it with pizza slices...

These miniature white triangle-shaped tea sandwiches are a great appetizer not only for afternoon tea but also for any house party. Make these sandwiches with two different fillings: cream cheese with...

These crispy chicken drumsticks are packed with the bold flavor of Buffalo wings, but they're not as spicy, making them a crowd-pleaser. Just a dollop of hot sauce makes them just the right amount of spicy, but if you...

These Mexican-style chicken fingers aren't breaded with regular breadcrumbs, but with crushed tortilla chips. Try to find low-salt chips...

Fresh broccoli is delicious in a variety of recipes, but this version is best suited for a head of broccoli that's been sitting in the refrigerator for a while. Simply chop it and simmer slowly in olive oil and herbs. In...

This layered hummus dip is perfect for at-home parties. Transform store-bought hummus into something special by incorporating boldly flavored Mediterranean favorites and...

Unlike most other meatloaf options, this one is made without a ketchup glaze, but to offset that sweet-tart tomato flavor, make a special tomato sauce...

This sandwich is perfect for those who've decided to eliminate bread from their diet and for meat lovers. Instead of bun halves, it uses two large, thin pork patties, with...