Appetizer recipes

This exquisite appetizer is made with fresh tuna, bamboo shoots, avocado, and tomatoes. Everything is diced and dressed with lime juice. The tartare is served with fire-roasted Mexican...

This delicious savory sandwich is layered with crispy tempura-battered fried soft-shell crab, homemade tartar sauce on coleslaw, and Old Bay-flavored potato chips.

Ground chicken is simmered with coriander and nutmeg, then served in warm tortillas with a crisp onion salad and greens. Serve the tacos with lemon yogurt. For the entire recipe...

Tarragon's bright, sweet flavor and aroma make it a great alternative to traditional basil in this quick homemade pesto with walnuts and olive oil. Breadcrumbs will help...

These stunning Mediterranean-style crostini will be a hit at your next party. The homemade tapenade is made with a blend of green and black olives and sweet peppers.

Sweet roasted garlic, black and green olives, and fragrant rosemary infuse this aioli with a gamut of flavors, enhanced by a dollop of anchovy paste. Whisk all ingredients together...

If you're looking to serve Italian pizza as a sophisticated appetizer, choose a pizzetta. These miniature pizzas are perfect for a couple of bites. Try the combination of olive tapenade, artichoke, and Parmesan cheese.

Make delicious meatless dumplings that are much healthier than the traditional version. Soy sauce and sesame oil give the tofu a savory flavor that will appeal to both vegetarians and...

This is guacamole from chef Jeff Rossman. His restaurant, Terra, is located in the heart of California, where the finest avocados are grown. Guacamole is best prepared as close to serving as possible.

These juicy, flavorful meatballs are a delicious combination of ground beef, yogurt, chutney, breadcrumbs, and spices, creating a tandoori-inspired flavor. Serve...

These ground beef tacos are served not in traditional tortillas, but in fresh tomatoes. Just the thing when you're craving tacos but you're on a diet! Serve as a refreshing summer appetizer or...

Make delicious tacos in a large casserole. This is convenient when you don't have time to assemble each serving individually. Simply sauté the meat filling with black beans and vegetables in a skillet, then sprinkle...

Give your chicken fajita with shiitake mushrooms and corn a sweet and savory flavor by adding jalapeño and honey to the chicken breast marinade. Just half an hour is all it takes for the tender breasts to absorb all the flavors...

Tahini sesame paste takes our favorite healthy convenience food—canned tuna—to the next level in this easy salad. For a beautiful and unique presentation, serve it...

Meaty pork ribs from the loin area are marinated in a spice mixture with brown sugar, then smoked over hickory chips until almost done. While smoking, drizzle them with a wine...

It's hard to imagine a fajita without bell peppers, but if you're experimenting with protein by adding shrimp instead of traditional beef, why not replace the peppers with seasonal zucchini and squash?

"Because beef tongue is an undeservedly forgotten part of the cut, I decided to cook it in one of the most popular dishes: tacos. Pressure cooking makes tongue as tender as steak, and it costs about twice as much...

Takoyaki, which translates from Japanese as "fried octopus," is a savory fried ball filled with octopus and spices. When served, they are topped with a spicy...

Make a sweet cherry tomato chutney, a South Indian favorite, and serve as an appetizer on toasted baguette slices with a slice of melting taleggio cheese. The chutney's sweet and spicy flavor...

For this snack, use any nuts you like. The arbol chili pepper will add a pleasant heat, while the sugar will add a caramelized note. And the egg white will help seal in all the spices...

Deep-fry super-crispy chicken wings and immediately toss them with a mixture of barbecue sauce, pickled peppers, cumin, and paprika, coating them completely so each bite is infused with...

These puff pastries are made with store-bought croissant dough. Each one is filled with spicy cream cheese and a large shrimp. As soon as you take the puff pastries out of the oven, spread them with apricot jam and...

Enjoy the wonderful combination of creamy ricotta and sweet baby peas in this crispy, juicy spring appetizer. Toasted bread slices are spread with ricotta and topped with a light salad of...

Juicy turkey meatballs are baked in a sweet and sour tomato sauce with orange, peach jam, chili sauce, and spices. Serve as a main course with a side dish or as an appetizer.

This simple pizza is made on split baguette halves—perfect for individual appetizers. Each pizza is topped with Swiss chard casserole in a rich, creamy sauce with a hint of...

The salad is made with two types of melon – muskmelon and cantaloupe – which are cut into neat balls using a melon spoon. If you don't have a melon spoon, simply dice the fruit.

This appetizer will be a hit at your house party. Corn chips are topped with a thick and flavorful meat stew, a layer of melting cheese, fresh, zesty arugula, and a tangy homemade pickle.

Cranberries add a wonderful tartness to the sweet and sour barbecue sauce in which the turkey thigh simmers slowly until tender and flavorful. Mash the cranberries with two forks, toss them into the sauce, and...

These delicious Middle Eastern-inspired burgers are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser. Sautéed onions and yogurt add juiciness to the chicken patties, while a spice bouquet of cinnamon, coriander, red and black pepper...

Only green, unripe plantains are suitable for making chips. Cut them into coins, lightly fry them, flatten them, and fry them again until crispy, and your homemade chips are ready! And to...

Seasoned pineapple can be served as a standalone appetizer with drinks, rather than simply as part of a fruit bowl. Cut it into manageable pieces and roll it in a spice mixture. Flavor variations are possible...

These delicious, sticky oven-baked wings are a great alternative to fried wings to pair with beer. Simply bake them until done and immediately toss them with a sweet and tangy sauce made with honey, soy sauce, and...

Canapés with miniature stuffed peppers are an appetizer for any occasion, whether a holiday or a casual house party. Their sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of tartness pairs perfectly with alcoholic drinks...

Zucchini and squash aren't exactly popular ingredients in Mexican fajitas, but in the summer, when they're abundant, this recipe is a great way to prepare them in a new way. Grill them...

Toasted baguette slices are served with a slice of sweet Italian sausage and a mixture of roasted peppers. But what truly makes this appetizer unique is the Prosecco sauce, with its light, fruity, and spicy notes.

The secret ingredient to Giada De Laurentiis's delicious short ribs is balsamic vinegar. She adds it to both the marinade and her signature barbecue sauce, along with honey, ketchup, and hot sauce. The sauce's flavor...

This savory onion relish is made with chili peppers, brown sugar, and root beer, resulting in a thick and flavorful sauce with a pleasantly sweet flavor. Perfect for...

Caramelized red onions add natural sweetness to these sandwiches, while zesty pepper jack cheese adds a touch of savory. Layer fried onions, cheese, and a little tomato between two...

Spiced nuts are a versatile snack that can be enjoyed with beer, taken on the go, or even used as a topping for salads and other dishes. A mixture of any...

This sweet tomato jam is perfect for a cheeseboard if you're looking to impress guests with a unique treat, but it's also delicious with toast or crackers. Plum tomatoes are simmered with...

Tater Tots are a traditional snack, crispy, deep-fried potato balls found in the convenience store aisle. Trisha Yearwood decided to make a healthier homemade version using sweet potatoes...

Musubi is a Hawaiian appetizer made of rice and a fried slice of ham (usually Spam) wrapped in a strip of nori. It looks like sushi and is perfect as an appetizer at a Hawaiian party. Before...

Combine dried apricots, walnuts, fried bacon, and provolone cheese with crumbled challah for a delicious sweet-and-savory mushroom filling. Any large champignons will work well—...

An easy-to-make and impressive Halloween appetizer that will please all your guests. These eyeballs are juicy beef meatballs with olive pupils. Simmer them in a sweet and sour red sauce,...

Before grilling, chicken drumsticks are marinated in apple cider vinegar, garlic, and thyme, but what really makes them delicious is the sweet and sour sauce drizzled over them while they're cooking. To...

Make these sandwiches with a rich meat sauce instead of patties when you're craving a new flavor experience. Ground beef is simmered in a tomato sauce with spices, including chili pepper, raisins, and...

Perhaps the most delicious part of these hot sandwiches is the maple-syrup-dipped caramelized bacon, which pairs beautifully with the tangy mayo, roasted turkey, and smoked cheddar, adding...

To make these delicious sandwiches, coat chicken breasts in flour, deep-fry, and then dip in Asian sweet and sour sauce to coat completely. Serve on buns with...

Hummus is easy to make at home, and this appetizer is always a hit with guests, especially if you decide to surprise them with a new flavor. This hummus includes baked sweet potato, which adds...