Appetizer recipes with sauces

These mini chicken sandwiches are inspired by the popular Buffalo wings. Small slices of chicken breast (chicken fingers) are grilled, then topped with a spicy sauce and served on...

These corn dogs are made with juicy pork breakfast sausages that are skewered onto sticks, dipped in a thick cornmeal batter, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. In...

This recipe transforms classic Beef Wellington into a convenient, bite-sized appetizer: sautéed cubes of beef tenderloin are wrapped in puff pastry, topped with mushrooms and mustard,...

The Samsung Flex Duo double oven is perfect for preparing this appetizer. Its split oven technology allows you to bake meatballs in one half and cranberries in syrup in the other.

The secret ingredient in this pepper relish cream cheese dip is a bagel topping made with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion, and dried garlic. It's best to make your own topping rather than use...

"Where I grew up in eastern North Carolina, hushpuppies are served as a side dish to almost any meal: fried seafood, charbroiled meats, sandwiches, fried chicken," shares the restaurant's chef...

If you've never tried the combination of watermelon and feta, this recipe is a great way to fill that void! And here's another surprise: have you ever grilled watermelon? Sugar is great...

Fire up the grill and roast tomatillos, onions, and garlic for the most delicious Mexican salsa with wonderful smoky notes. The salsa is also infused with fragrant fresh cilantro,...

Latkes are Jewish potato pancakes popular during Hanukkah. Give them a sweet flavor by adding grated carrots to the potatoes, along with cinnamon, cumin, and coriander for spice. Traditionally, latkes...

When preparing appetizers for a house party, don't underestimate the vegetables on the table. They'll disappear quickly if served with tzatziki and "green goddess" sauce. Plus, your guests will certainly appreciate...

Dill, garlic, and lemon give this hummus a Scandinavian flair. It's made with dried chickpeas, not canned, giving the dip a creamy texture, and a dollop of yogurt...

Grape tomatoes are stuffed with cubes of Asiago cheese, each one then wrapped in a thin layer of ground pork, rolled in a mixture of breadcrumbs and grated cheese, and the meatballs "bon-bon"...

Inspired by traditional salsa verde (green salsa), this sauce is made with tomatillos, poblano peppers, and green onions that are roasted until blackened, then blended into a thick salsa with...

This salsa made with canned roasted bell peppers, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro comes together in minutes in the blender and is sweet and spicy, with a hint of heat and smoke, perfect for...

If you've picked green tomatoes from the garden, you don't have to wait for them to ripen—make this Cajun appetizer. Green tomatoes are sliced, rolled in breadcrumbs, and...

Any food is more fun when eaten on a skewer, and these crispy chicken corn dogs are a perfect example! Strips of chicken breast are threaded onto wooden skewers, dipped in corn batter, and grilled in...

This sauce is made with fresh spinach and cilantro and requires no cooking. Simply blend all ingredients, including the jalapeño, with plain yogurt and serve as a meat sauce or as a side dish.

This unusual version of sausage rolls is perfect for house parties. To make them, you'll need small (cocktail) sausages. Each one is dipped in corn batter and then wrapped...

Cheese fondue is one of the most perfect treats for a friendly get-together. Make a truly Swiss sauce using a mixture of Emmentaler and Gruyere cheeses, thickening the sauce with a little corn syrup...

This is the easiest spinach and artichoke dip you'll ever make! All the ingredients just pop into a baking dish and go straight into the oven—even frozen spinach...

Chicken thighs are perfect for small skewers, which turn out wonderfully juicy and tender. Toss them with a yogurt sauce flavored with herbs, ginger, curry, and chili pepper, and grill them on...

These bright yellow pumpkin fritters cook quickly, so you can fry them while you're braising meat or simmering soup for a warming fall meal. The fritters are made with a mixture of...

Who can resist a shrimp cocktail? This recipe gives the classic appetizer a modern twist: the shrimp are sprinkled with cumin and baked in the oven to enhance the flavor and aroma...

Fried pickles in crispy corn batter on sticks are the perfect appetizer for house parties. To serve, prepare a quick, spicy mayonnaise-based sauce. The appetizer is spicy,...

"Dim sum literally translates as 'filling the heart.' And I love filling my belly with this Cantonese breakfast!" shares Jet Tila. "It originated in small teahouses in southern China, where tea..."

Rich shiitake mushrooms, sweet pumpkin, and ginger make a perfect combination for autumn wonton filling. The wontons are deep-fried, creating a deliciously crispy texture with a tender vegetable filling.

During the New Year, the Chinese eat a lot of dumplings, which symbolize wealth for the coming year: pieces of dough filled with meat and vegetables resemble money purses. These wontons,...

With this recipe, homemade potato chips are just as crispy and delicious as store-bought, the only difference being that you decide how much salt to add, and instead of artificial...

You can easily make delicious sesame-flavored pizza dough using store-bought pizza dough. Simply roll the dough in sesame seeds, stretch it into flatbreads, and grill them in the oven. To ensure...

Seekh kebab (or shish kebab) is a melt-in-your-mouth kebab that is believed to have been introduced to the Indian subcontinent by the Turks long before its popularity rose during the Mughal era...

Pimento cheese spread is a popular American snack made with cheddar, mayonnaise, and sweet pickled peppers, typically served with crackers. With this recipe, you can easily transform...

This recipe will make your shrimp cocktail especially delicious. Each shrimp is filled with a crabmeat filling coated with breadcrumbs and wrapped in a strip of bacon...

Corn on the cob is best grilled in the summer on an outdoor grill or charcoal grill to develop a smoky aroma. However, an electric grill or grill pan will also work for this recipe. Grill...

This cold dip is made with sour cream and mayonnaise, with both frozen and fresh spinach added. Be sure to squeeze out all the water from the spinach to prevent the sauce from becoming watery.

Chicken wings are marinated in white wine, lemon juice, and herbs, then grilled until lightly charred. They turn out juicy, tender, and deliciously flavorful. Serve sprinkled with...

If you're wondering what to make with leftover baked chicken, this recipe for Italian calzones, a closed pizza pie, will come to the rescue. Shredded chicken is mixed with chopped spinach, baked...

These chicken ham croquettes will delight you with their exquisite flavor and wonderful combination of textures, with a tender meat filling inside a super-crispy crust on the outside—what could be better? The perfect appetizer for...

These potato balls filled with chicken and spinach are a variation of the Brazilian snack coxinha. The thick filling is wrapped in potato dough and formed into balls, which are then...

This quesadilla is filled with melty cheese, roasted poblano peppers, and chicken pieces, all sandwiched between warm tortillas. Cut the quesadilla into wedges and serve as an appetizer with...

This hearty vegetarian flatbread, rich in protein and fiber, can be made for dinner or cut into bite-sized pieces and served at a party. A quick cilantro sauce and a touch of lemon...

This vibrant, flavorful sauce is easy to make: just mix plain yogurt with pesto! It's a versatile sauce. Serve it as an appetizer with chips or fresh vegetables,...

This homemade ranch dressing is made with only plain yogurt and no mayonnaise, making it light and healthy. The dried herbs included in the recipe make it easy to make anytime...

While guests wait for the main course, serve this vibrant and delicious appetizer made with fresh, healthy ingredients, Mediterranean-style. Cucumbers, mint, and garlic transform cottage cheese into a wonderful Greek...

This onion dip is a great accompaniment to potato chips. It's made with a mixture of sour cream and mayonnaise, to which sweet and spicy caramelized onions are added. To release the sugars and perfectly...

These crispy spring rolls can be fried and frozen for up to two weeks. Before serving, let them come to room temperature, then reheat in the oven at 200°C. And the sweet and spicy...