Appetizer recipes with sauces

Japanese gyoza dumplings are first pan-fried, then steamed in a small amount of water until cooked through, giving them a distinctive crispy crust on the bottom and a crispy crust on the top.

For a richer, smoky flavor, try grilled avocado halves and chili peppers in your guacamole. This recipe uses grilled vegetables, but...

Alcapurria is a traditional Puerto Rican snack popular in many Caribbean countries, where it's often served by street vendors. It's a crispy fritter made from...

This recipe unlocks the secret to Chipotle's famous guacamole. Using equal parts freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice yields a rich, creamy guacamole.

Although you can find a wide variety of guacamole recipes online, adding various vegetables, the traditional version of this appetizer is the simplest and most delicious. Besides avocado, you...

Crispy Mexican pastries filled with a spicy ground beef and bell pepper filling are deep-fried until golden brown and served as an appetizer with homemade aioli. They can be...

For a big house party, make these nachos with all the flavors of a Cuban sandwich. Tortilla chips are loaded with chunks of ham and pork loin, topped with mustard, a thick, gooey cheese sauce, and...

This recipe is a great way to use up leftovers the day after Thanksgiving. It features Thanksgiving staples: turkey, roasted pumpkin, and Brussels sprouts...

These hearty nachos are loaded with deliciousness, including fried smoked sausage, beans, pickled jalapeños, and plenty of gooey cheese sauce and guacamole. All the flavors work harmoniously together...

This creative take on nachos features shredded grilled chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese dressing on top of dense corn chips. All these ingredients make this appetizer a delicious...

Potstickers (gyoza) are Chinese dumplings that are distinguished by a special cooking method: they are first fried scallop-side up until the bottom is crispy, and then...

"As a child, I always helped my mother in the kitchen preparing New Year's treats," recalls recipe author Vivian Chan. "My main job was grating kilograms of daikon while she...

Make fluffy, tender steamed buns with carrot filling. To make these, roast carrots in the oven and mix them with peanuts, green onions, Sriracha sauce, and teriyaki sauce. The filling is...

"Xiaolong bao are Chinese steamed dumplings with soup inside," says Molly Yeh. "They're like magic! My whole childhood, my family and I ate them at our favorite dim sum restaurant in Chinatown..."

Fish deep-fried in a crispy batter and served with golden-brown fries has long been considered one of the most popular dishes in the UK. If prepared according to the traditional recipe, then...

To make these Chinese-style buns, you don't need to go to an Asian market and search for special ingredients or mix up a special dough. Sandra Lee suggests using...

These Chinese dumplings can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, spooned individually onto Asian soup spoons. Filled with pork, mushrooms, and green onions, they're very...

Modern steakhouses offer more than just meat. Seafood lovers also have something to delight them with, such as shrimp cocktail. Large peeled shrimp are served with several types of...

This savory version of monkey bread is packed with aromatic spices, crispy jalapeños stuffed with cream cheese, and a heaping helping of gooey Monterey Jack cheese. This pull-apart snack is perfect...

Give traditional guacamole a fresh summer twist by adding avocado and some seasonal fruit. Strawberries and mango are a perfect pairing for a fresh, flavorful snack paired with...

This delicious guacamole is made with onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, lime, cilantro, and, of course, mango, the perfect fruit for adding tropical flavor and a touch of sweetness to balance out the...

Hot sauce and crushed store-bought salsa are added directly to the dough for these corn donuts. Shredded cheddar and fried bacon bits are also added to the dough. Deep-fry the hushpuppies and...

To infuse beef steak with a delicious Asian flavor, brush it with oyster sauce and sesame oil before grilling. Once cooked, slice thinly across the grain and serve...

This simple recipe transforms a popular Thai appetizer—chicken satay—into a more filling dinner. Instead of using small pieces of chicken breast, use whole drumsticks. Marinate them in coconut milk with...

To grill beef steak Asian-style faster, cut it into strips and thread each strip lengthwise onto a wooden skewer. This way, the beef marinates better and develops a fuller flavor.

Spinach ravioli make a wonderful appetizer for home parties. Boil them, then fry them until crispy, thread them onto skewers like lollipops, dip them in pesto sauce, and...

Sauté spinach and garlic in olive oil, then whisk together with canned white beans and spices to create a rich, green, thick dip that's perfect for...

The creamy, velvety chili con queso dip (or simply queso) is one of the most popular appetizers for sports night. It's made with three types of cheese: processed cheese, Monterey Jack, and cheddar.

Make juicy rolls with spicy tuna, cucumber, and avocado. It'll be just like at a restaurant! And instead of the usual soy dipping sauce, serve ginger-soy dip with chili garlic sauce. For...

Top a crispy chip with a juicy fruit salsa for a true summer delight—the perfect sweet snack for fruit season. This recipe uses only stone fruits...

This appetizer recipe was inspired by a Thai peanut sauce served with meat and vegetable satay. This version is made with coconut cream (instead of traditional coconut milk) and...

Crushed cornflakes give these turkey breast strips a wonderful crispiness, even though they're oven-baked rather than deep-fried. To serve, also bake...

Chicken wings are first smoked in a smoker until semi-done, then deep-fried until crisp and tossed with a sweet and tangy garnet molasses glaze. This method...

Spanolatkes are a Greek version of Jewish potato pancakes called latkes: spinach and feta cheese are added to the potato batter. The pancakes are fried in oil until crispy and served with...

North Carolina-style barbecue sauce has the same sweet, smoky flavor as classic barbecue sauce, but with a more pronounced tartness from vinegar and mustard. It's easy...

This refreshing sour cream sauce with green onions and garlic is easy to make at home and tastes just like in a restaurant. It's a great dip for chips, fried chicken, fish, or fresh...

This recipe offers two options for assembling and cooking Chinese dumplings. The first is open-top shumai cooked in a steamer. The second is closed dumplings fried in a pan...

In this Vietnamese summer roll recipe, the sesame-ginger dressing does double duty: season the shrimp and vegetable garnish and serve as a dipping sauce. These rolls contain no filling...

Vietnamese summer rolls are typically served with peanut sauce, but this version of shrimp and mint rolls pairs best with coconut milk curry sauce. They're easy to make and...

Everyone loves hot dogs, and this appetizer is especially popular at house parties with beer. Make miniature hot dogs in two varieties—chili con carne and Chicago-style with pickles—and serve...

These monkey bread-style muffins are the perfect appetizer for a house party. It's important to use non-puff pastry dough to prevent it from falling apart when scalded with...

These wraps are made in the style of labba, a Southeast Asian dish featuring pork and plenty of fresh herbs. This recipe replaces the traditional ground pork filling with shredded roast pork.

Immediately after molting, when crabs shed their hard shells, they become a true delicacy and can be eaten almost whole. The best way to enjoy soft-shell crabs is...

These turkey meatballs combine the flavors of several classic Thanksgiving dishes, but are perfect as an appetizer for any holiday or house party. Serve generously covered with...

Enjoy a delicious combination of sweet and spicy roasted garlic, refreshing green onions, and salty, crisp bacon bits in this sour cream dip, served as an appetizer with chips or...

Roast cauliflower and serve it as an appetizer with a refreshing sauce made with fresh herbs and capers. Both are quite easy and quick to prepare. The sauce can be made several hours ahead...