Appetizer recipes

Tennessee hot chicken has become popular everywhere. Eric Greenspan's version of the recipe enhances its heat by basting each cooked chicken piece with hot chili oil and then sprinkling it with...

"I prefer to soak the chicken in brine before frying, as it helps it retain its juiciness," says Cardea Brown. If you're in a hurry, soaking the chicken for an hour at room temperature is sufficient...

Before frying, Molly Yeh marinates chicken in buttermilk with salt, black pepper, sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic, and thyme. "What does this marinade do? It essentially draws moisture out of the chicken, and..."

If you're looking for a great German-style beer snack, this recipe is for you! This thick, velvety cheese sauce is made with beer, garlic, and mustard, and is perfect as a dip for...

Jason Sievers' recipe skips the hours-long marinade for the chicken, instead quickly dredges each piece in flour, then dips it in buttermilk and then dredges it again in flour. "Make sure...

What could be more delicious than a hot sandwich on a morning hike?! And it doesn't matter what the filling is: all sandwiches are good outdoors. So feel free to use up leftovers from yesterday...

If you're looking for an Italian side dish or appetizer that can be enjoyed by a large group with varying preferences, these vegan arancini with artichokes are perfect! Arancini originate from...

Tender veal rolls filled with melt-in-the-mouth cheese and Italian delicacies like coppoccola, soppresatta, and prosciutto are pan-fried and finished in...

Unlike traditional minestrone, this winter version is thicker, richer, and warming. It contains winter vegetables, including pumpkin, plenty of beans, and small pasta. After the soup has rested,...

To make beer chicken wings restaurant-style, deep-fry them and immediately toss with a spicy sauce made with butter, sour cream, mayonnaise, and blue cheese. Serve...

Fried chicken wings are the most sought-after beer snack, and if you're hosting a large group, surprise your friends with variety and prepare wings in three different flavors: in honey sauce...

The king of gourmet brunches, Bobby Flay, suggests making these delicious aebleskivers for Sunday brunch and serving them with a fermented milk dip with fresh herbs. Aebleskivers are...

A classic cheeseburger is a juicy beef patty topped with a slice of melting cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a sauce made with ketchup, mayonnaise, and relish. Nothing extra for a perfect...

Oven-baked chicken wings turn out incredibly crispy if you bake them on a rack, allowing the heat to circulate freely around each piece. For the same reason, don't place them too close together...

To ensure juicy and perfectly grilled pork ribs, Molly Yeh suggests first baking them in foil in the oven, then cutting them up, brushing them with barbecue sauce, and grilling them.

What makes these ribs truly delicious is the sweet and spicy apricot glaze with crushed black pepper and garlic, brushed on them a few minutes before they're done. And to make sure the ribs are as...

Enjoy the stunning combination of sweet figs and sautéed mushrooms in a tender chicken breast roll. The ingredients listed are for one serving. Feel free to increase the amounts as needed...

The dense inner leaves of the lettuce serve as edible bowls for this wonderful Asian-inspired appetizer. Top each leaf with a small amount of shrimp in a sweet and spicy sticky sauce, add a slice of cucumber,...

Creamy spinach and flavorful ground beef complement each other perfectly in this hearty, thick-bodied egg sandwich. Serve with fried onion rings, equally delicious...

This hearty burrito is filled with juicy slices of beef steak, caramelized onions, a fried egg, and cheese. Perfect for brunch or a hearty snack. Pan-fry the finished burrito...

For something more than just a burger, try seasoning your ground beef with Lawry's Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Marinade. Grill the patties and serve them on buns with...

This flavorful, protein-rich stuffed tomato appetizer is always a great option when farm produce is in season....

It's time for a snack! Serve toasted bread with shrimp, tomatoes, and a fragrant pesto dressing.

Juicy grilled steak is sliced ​​into thin strips and wrapped in a tortilla with refried beans, fried onions, bell peppers, and shredded cheese. The burritos are then stuffed into...

These unusual rolls can be served as a main course or an appetizer. Strips of fried ribeye steak are wrapped in a soy wrapper along with slices of avocado, breadcrumbs, bell peppers...

These miniature towers are made with cucumber slices, which make a great substitute for tartlets, making for a low-calorie appetizer. Pipe a savory cheese cream onto the cucumbers, add...

If you've never eaten completely raw meat before, it's time to try tartare! The natural flavor of fresh filet mignon is incomparable, and a few extra ingredients, like...

Make these Korean barbecue-inspired tacos. Corn tortillas are served with grilled steak, a crisp pear and kimchi salad, tender greens, fried green onions, and spicy...

No one can resist warm flatbreads topped with thin strips of grilled steak, onions, fresh herbs, cucumbers, and tomatoes in a delicate tahini dressing. These hearty, flavorful pitas are inspired by...

These miniature meat pies are a perfect appetizer for any occasion. The meat filling is mixed with paprika, thyme, and garlic for a spicy, savory flavor, but the real treat is...

These paper cone appetizers are perfect for house parties, poolside get-togethers, grillouts, and any other casual get-together. Homemade fries are served in cones with...

Marinate a flank steak in a spicy sauce with a little brown sugar, grill it until it's crispy and beautifully browned, and serve it in tacos with an arugula salad...

These steak fingers are prepared similarly to crispy chicken fingers. Strips of pounded beef steak are double-breaded and fried in a mixture of butter and vegetable oil until...

If you're planning a casual dinner with friends, fajitas are the perfect treat. They're delicious, a little exotic, and have a build-your-own format that many people love: you lay out...

Fajitas are thin, fried strips of juicy beef wrapped in a tortilla with fried bell peppers, onions, and herbs. Perhaps the most popular and easiest Mexican dish to prepare...

Fajitas are traditionally cooked in a skillet, but if you want to infuse them with the flavors of summer, an outdoor grill is the perfect option. Grill the beef steak, bell peppers, and onions, cut into strips, and...

How to treat a large group to a premium steak without breaking the bank? Make it into bite-sized cubes, sautéed in spices, and served as an appetizer with...

An interesting dipping sauce option that can be served with French fries, chicken wings, or any other appetizer you want to give an Asian twist. Simmer soy sauce with honey, hot sauce...

If you're serving pretzels or buns with beer, mustard is the perfect dip. With this recipe, you can elevate mustard flavor and offer your friends a unique...

After cutting open a large pumpkin, don't throw away those precious pumpkin seeds! With this recipe, you can not only properly roast them but also turn them into a delicious snack. We've enhanced the flavor of roasted pumpkin seeds...

These delicious puff pastry tartlets with roasted pumpkin, pesto, and melty cheese are a perfect treat for any holiday. The kale, pecan, and roasted garlic pesto sauce can be made...

"When fava beans are in season, there's nothing more delicious! The combination of fava beans and a creamy, cheesy green pea spread makes for a perfect appetizer," says Anne Burrell. Top spring crostini with...

Fill these deviled eggs with a refreshing flavor by mixing the yolks with green peas and fresh mint. With a filling as green as early spring foliage, they'll make a wonderful centerpiece for your Easter table.

This is a simplified base for a delicious mac and cheese, which can also be served as a dip. The sauce pairs perfectly with crisp vegetables, tortilla chips, and any savory snacks.

The best part of this fried chicken recipe from Jeff Mauro is probably the honey butter and giardiniera. The combination of chopped Chicago-style giardiniera, butter, salt, and honey is perfect...

This fried tofu sandwich is so phenomenal it could bring vegans and meat-eaters together once and for all. The tofu is soaked in brine, then coated in a sweet mustard glaze and rolled in a spicy...