This Japanese-style dipping sauce pairs perfectly with vegetables or tempura green beans. Arrange them around the dipping bowl, dip, and enjoy. Try it over baked sweet potatoes or...
Appetizer recipes with sauces
Tomatillos, or tomatillos, infuse classic avocado guacamole with a refreshing tartness that pairs beautifully with the heat of jalapeño peppers and fragrant cilantro. Seeds removed...
This recipe from Ina Garten requires no cooking. All you need for hummus is a food processor, 10 minutes of your time, and basic ingredients you already have in your pantry: canned chickpeas,...
Chicken wings are deep-fried with artichoke slices, served with a spicy Spanish salsa brava sauce for dipping. Before frying, the chicken marinates for several hours in a spicy beer...
Fritto misto is an Italian appetizer made with battered, deep-fried pieces of vegetables and seafood. In this recipe, the shrimp are accompanied by delicata squash, sweet potato, red onion rings, and green onions.
These miniature Buffalo chicken-flavored sausage rolls are the perfect beer appetizer at your house party. To make them, you'll need store-bought bagel dough...
Even simple pickled straws can be served as a thoughtful snack at a house party or while waiting for a festive dinner if you prepare a delicious dipping sauce to go with them. All you need to do is mix...
The rich, spicy flavor of mafe chicken, a traditional West African dish, is reflected in the sauce that coats these flavorful wings. The wings are fried twice: first at a lower temperature...
These lean cutlets are made with zucchini and cannellini bean puree. The grated zucchini needs time to drain, otherwise the cutlets will be difficult to form and...
Cassava (or yuca) roots are a popular ingredient in South America, where they're typically prepared similarly to potatoes. You can even make French fries from cassava, and they'll be just as golden, crispy, and...
You don't have to be a gardener to plant this bed. Your guests will be impressed by this unique presentation of a vegetable appetizer with a dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is topped with a layer of crumbled black bread—it's...
The words "pâté" and "caviar" aren't exactly vegetarian, but this recipe calls for a delicious plant-based pâté and garnish it with pomegranate seeds, which...
The secret ingredient in this Middle Eastern dish is yogurt. It's added to the chicken marinade, the dough for the flatbreads on which it's served, and the sauce for serving. You'll need...
If you have hummus and yogurt in the fridge, why not pair them together? This super-simple dip is perfect as a snack with fresh vegetables or toasted pita. You can also...
Yakitori negima are skewers of chicken thighs and green onions, often served in Japanese bars with cold beer. While grilled, the yakitori are brushed with teriyaki sauce, which coats...
This impressive vegetarian shawarma will whet even the most meat-loving of palates. Thinly sliced autumn vegetables are marinated in a blend of warm spices and olive oil, and...
These patties are packed with all the flavors of traditional crab cakes. They've got Old Bay seafood seasoning, lemon, and that tart, salty note. But what these patties don't have is crab.
Vegetable appetizers are always popular: low in calories, they help satisfy hunger while providing healthy benefits. The key is to present them in a unique way to ensure your guests are satisfied. For example, you could assemble a vegetable...
Try these succulent fajitas with spicy grilled pork, perfectly complemented by sautéed bell peppers and red onions. Before grilling, the pork loin is rubbed with a savory spice blend...
For this recipe, you'll need natural pork loin cutlets, without the ribs. The cutlets are rubbed with a spice mixture made with dried chili peppers, garlic, cumin, and brown sugar, then lightly marinated...
Chicken breast rubbed with a blend of chili peppers and other spices is grilled, then sliced into thin strips and served in warm tortillas with fried shiitake mushrooms and corn. Add...
Make these adorable octopus tempura-fried sausages in a crispy batter for an appetizer. The sausages are easy to cut into octopus shapes, and to keep them in shape,...
Make unconventional and unusual tacos in the form of sealed, pie-like pockets filled with filling. Wheat tortilla pockets are filled with two delicious (and easy to make)...
These fish sticks are breaded with crushed salt and vinegar potato chips and are incredibly crispy (thanks in large part to the double layer of breading) and...
Make delicious and crispy chicken wings just like the ones they serve with beer at restaurants. Pre-marinating them in vinegar gives them a pleasant tart-salty flavor and makes them...
These delicious crispy croquettes are made mostly from pantry staples: canned salmon, sauces, spices, pickled vegetables, and flour. Delicious and budget-friendly! Let them rest before frying...
Yogurt, sour cream, and a ton of fresh, fragrant herbs give this avocado sauce a delicate, velvety texture. Fermented milk also helps the avocado retain its color and prevent browning, so...
These crumbly shortbread cookies, flavored with Parmesan cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and a subtle lemon flavor, are perfect as an appetizer or a travel snack. They're easy to make and very...
This appetizer will be a real hit and the center of attraction at your party. The tender baked potato gets an extra boost of flavor and crunch from a crisp layer of golden Parmesan cheese.
In India, the word "chaat" refers to several types of savory vegetarian appetizers. This recipe comes from Nidhi Jalan, founder of the Brooklyn restaurant Masala Mama, which serves exceptional...
Nidhi Jalan, owner of Masala Mama, makes these fun snacks every year during Holi, the Indian spring festival. Crispy, crispy, deep-fried balls...
This snack is a worthy alternative to French fries. Polenta, cut into strips, is fried in oil until golden brown and sprinkled with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs. This recipe works best with...
Panelle are simple Sicilian fried pancakes made from chickpea flour. They're a popular street food, served in a sesame seed bun or as a standalone appetizer, as in this recipe. Fry the pancakes...
"Dumplings don't just satisfy hunger. For me, they're comfort food that fills me with fond memories," shares recipe author Vivian Chan. "Making dumplings is a weekend tradition, in...
This simple recipe was inspired by the popular fried Buffalo wings in a spicy butter sauce, traditionally served with celery and carrot sticks and a...
This appetizer will be a hit at your next house party. Cheese curds are dipped in a paprika-flavored beer batter and deep-fried until golden brown. The perfect beer snack!
The basic ingredients of a breakfast sandwich—scrambled eggs, potato balls, grilled sausage, and lots of cheese—are piled inside croissant dough, then the layers are formed into a ring and...
Fresh Mexican salsa can be made using a grater, and it won't take you more than 10 minutes. You'll need a four-sided grater, as some ingredients will be grated on coarse...
With this recipe, you can make French fries at home that are as beautiful and crispy as those you get at fast food restaurants. For perfect results, it's important to thoroughly wash the sliced potatoes and...
Imagine classic English fish and chips, but topped with a rich, beer-flavored cheese sauce—the perfect appetizer for a house party. And no frying required!
This is the perfect appetizer for house parties. Beer and cheddar come together to create an incredible sauce for crispy mozzarella sticks—you can never have too much cheese! For...
This creamy blue cheese dip is the perfect accompaniment to fried Buffalo chicken wings and will be a hit at your house party. All ingredients are perfectly proportioned to ensure the flavor...
This recipe combines traditional chili pepper salsa with a popular Sunday brunch cocktail to create a sweet-and-spicy sauce with a Bloody Mary twist.
Pico de gallo is a Mexican salsa served fresh as an appetizer, such as with tortilla chips. It typically consists of finely chopped tomatoes, onions, chili peppers, and cilantro in a...
Jalapeño poppers transform chicken breast into a juicy roll with a creamy center and a crispy exterior. Store-bought jalapeño poppers (jalapeno peppers in batter with...) are used in the preparation.
If you love peanut butter, why not add it to chocolate fondue? The salt in the peanut butter, along with the addition of cinnamon, will add a richer, deeper flavor to the sauce. Sprinkle...
This fondue is made with a blend of cheddar and cream cheese, mayonnaise, and heavy cream. The sauce is smooth and creamy, and pimento peppers, pickle relish, and a touch of hot sauce...
Cheese fondue is a great treat for a friendly get-together! Everyone loves snacks on sticks, and nothing compares to melting, gooey cheese. This fondue is made with a blend of three cheeses: cheddar, Gruyere, and...
Spicy Buffalo wings are one of the most popular beer appetizers. This recipe makes them quick and easy. Chicken wings are fried until crispy and coated with a mixture...
Deep-fried pickles may seem like an odd snack, but once you try them, you'll realize there's nothing quite like them! A juicy, tangy cucumber, encased in a crisp...
























































