Appetizer recipes

Oysters Rockefeller are an American restaurant-quality appetizer that got its name from the billionaire for its exquisite taste and rather high price at Antoine's restaurant in New...

Esquites is a popular Mexican street food—corn salad in cups that can be purchased from street corn vendors and eaten on the go. You can make esquites at home as a...

When baked in the oven, the sharp flavor of garlic becomes much softer and more appetizing, the cloves also become tender, golden, and can be easily squeezed out of the peel, and your kitchen is filled with...

Add a little cornmeal and honey to your regular pancake batter, and their flavor will become more summery, warm, and fresh. The ingredients also include wheat flour, milk, sugar, egg, and baking powder.

This dish is ready in just 20 minutes, all in one pan—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Shrimp are sautéed with ginger and garlic, then tossed with a spicy Asian sauce and...

These divine burger patties are made from two types of beef: chuck chuck and the more tender sirloin steak. Using a food processor, the meat is ground to...

The patties are made with lamb and quinoa, which adds healthy fiber, micronutrients, and a wealth of flavor. Stir the cooked quinoa into the ground meat only after it has cooled completely to prevent the meat from...

This big, rich burger, both in flavor and texture, is made with a super-spicy grilled turkey patty and served on a toasted onion bun, slathered with aioli and...

This juicy burger is made divine with quick pickles that are ready in just 10 minutes and 18000 Island dressing, Jeff Mauro's signature take on the classic...

This Creole dish, originally from the US state of Louisiana, features large shrimp in a thick, spicy sauce. It's most often served with rice or cornmeal, but can also be served plain...

Unlike classic meatballs, Neapolitan polpette are made with cheese. A mixture of ground pork and beef, bread soaked in milk, eggs, and spices is added...

Mussels are steamed in their shells in a small amount of liquid, literally steamed, until they open. Before cooking, wash them thoroughly with a brush to prevent sand from ruining your dish. Fried...

Confit tomatoes are a versatile addition that can be used in many dishes and appetizers to add a vibrant flavor. Plum tomatoes are baked in the oven at a low...

The key to any burger is a delicious, juicy patty, and to make it low-carb and low-calorie, simply replace the buns with lettuce. Fry ground beef patties with a drop of...

Guotie are Chinese jiaozi dumplings filled with meat that are quickly pan-fried until golden brown after boiling and served as an appetizer or main course with a dipping sauce made from...

These meatballs are made from a mixture of equal parts ground pork and beef, resulting in a rich, juicy, and tender texture. They're even more juicy when soaked in milk...

Make these sticky honey-glazed chicken wings with spicy Sriracha sauce for a party, and your friends will remember this treat for a long time. Unlike most similar...

These aromatic and crispy garlic croutons can be served in place of bread with soup or used in appetizers. Simply butter baguette slices, sprinkle with spices, and toast until...

When you want to impress a large crowd with an unusual appetizer without spending half a day in the kitchen, try making Mexican tacos. They're unique, vibrant, and delicious, and most importantly, your guests will love them...

Old Bay is a classic American seafood seasoning. Combined with lemon juice, it adds a subtle heat, spiciness, and a vibrant flavor to sweet crab meat. Boil frozen or boiled crab meat...

Shrimp and lemon are a great pairing, especially when they come together in this creamy Italian risotto. Lightly sauté large shrimp in olive oil and remove from the pan to add to the already...

Serve this simple and delicious all-natural crab salad on juicy lettuce leaves or toasted bread slices. It's perfect as an appetizer, sandwich filling, or light...

Many people prefer to buy puff pastry because making it is a labor-intensive and time-consuming process. But with this recipe, you'll get puff pastry that's as good as the pros'. The dough...

Momos are popular dumplings in Nepal and Tibet, served as an appetizer or main course. Momos are made from a simple flour-and-water dough filled with meat. This recipe...

These bars are baked with traditional American chocolate chip cookie dough and are just as delicious, with a crispy exterior and a deliciously soft center. The dough contains...

To remove excess water from cucumbers and make them crispier, slice them into thin, equal-sized slices, sprinkle with salt, and let them sit for an hour. Then pour the cooled...

A delicious, filling, and juicy sandwich, perfect for breakfast while on a ketogenic diet. Instead of a standard bun, this sandwich uses two thin patties made from fried ground pork sausage, and...

Unlike the traditional recipe, Florentine eggs, along with the sauce and spinach, are baked in elegant ramekins. This unique presentation is sure to delight your guests during Sunday brunch...

These delicious and healthy egg bowls are perfect for those on a ketogenic diet, as well as for anyone who loves the combination of scrambled eggs, fried ham, and cheese. They can be made on...

This delicious and filling vegetarian burrito is literally packed with protein and healthy fiber. Its base is a mixture of cooked rice, black beans (or kidney beans), and tofu pieces fried with...

The popular Vietnamese sandwich, Banh Mi, is traditionally made with meat or fish, but this vegetarian version successfully replaces them with grilled shiitake mushroom caps and...

This tofu appetizer is tender on the inside and incredibly crispy on the outside, just like deep-fried, but it's prepared in a less harmful way—in the oven. Even a schoolchild can handle this recipe. Let them...

Slices of extra-firm tofu are marinated for a few minutes in a mixture of buttermilk and hot sauce, then coated in a crumbly, spiced flour batter and deep-fried until...

Prepare a simple yet delicious Japanese-style dinner. Sweet and spicy slices of delicata squash, crispy tofu pieces, and succulent sesame-covered spinach are baked on a single baking sheet. Perfect...

Make delicious and juicy vegetarian tacos by filling a tortilla with fried tofu and coleslaw with radishes and cilantro in a lime dressing instead of meat. Before frying, top the tofu slices...

This unique Asian-inspired dessert is sure to please everyone. Crispy, golden wonton shells are filled with a delicate cream cheese filling with orange confit, ginger, and wonderful...

You'll be surprised by the meaty flavor of these vegetarian patties. Lentils, onions, garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce, shiitake mushrooms, and nutritional yeast all add a healthy, plant-based protein-rich flavor...

Instead of regular buns, these sandwiches are made with whole-grain pitas. Open them like pockets and fill them with filling. Inside each hummus-smeared pita is a small...

Make a festive ham appetizer that will grace your table with its appearance alone, not to mention its incredible flavor – everyone will love it. Thin slices of ham are topped with pineapple rings, and...

Surprise your friends with these unusual Caesar-style chicken wings. This appetizer includes all the ingredients of the popular salad. The chicken wings are baked in the oven until done and immediately...

This recipe offers three variations of spicy wings: a basic version with a mild spiciness, a second version that's even spicier, and a third version—super-hot wings that true fans will definitely appreciate...