Appetizer Recipes

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched shores of the Aegean with this authentic Spanakopita. This quintessential Greek savory pastry features layers of shatteringly crisp, butte...

This dish celebrates the incredible texture of soy, featuring cubes of extra-firm tofu pressed to perfection and fried until they achieve a delicate, shattering golden crust. Inspi...

A quintessential Japanese izakaya classic, Agedashi Tofu is a masterclass in textural contrast, featuring silken tofu encased in a delicate, potato starch crust that turns slightly...

A cornerstone of Japanese izakaya culture, Agedashi Tofu is a masterclass in contrasting textures. Silken blocks of tofu are lightly dusted in potato starch and deep-fried until th...

Transport yourself to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean with this lighter, air-fried take on a classic coastal favorite. By using the air fryer, we achieve that quintess...

Transform humble button mushrooms into a gourmet appetizer that rivals any deep-fried pub classic, without the heavy oil. These mushrooms feature a triple-coated crust of Panko and...

Transport your taste buds to the Gulf Coast with these irresistibly crunchy, bite-sized delights that deliver all the satisfaction of a deep-fry without the heavy oil. Each shrimp ...

Experience the perfect marriage of traditional Chinese dim sum and modern convenience with these air-fried pot stickers. By using the air fryer, you achieve a shatteringly crisp ex...

Forget everything you know about store-bought meat alternatives; these homemade seitan nuggets are a game-changer for plant-based comfort food. By combining high-protein vital whea...

Inspired by the legendary 'Toasted Ravioli' of St. Louis, this air-fried version delivers all the satisfying crunch of the deep-fried classic with a fraction of the oil. Each pasta...

These Tofu Skin Rolls are a plant-based revelation, offering a sophisticated interplay of textures that mimic the traditional Cantonese dim sum classic. Delicate sheets of bean cur...

Hailing from the refined culinary traditions of Hangzhou, 'Er Er' is a quintessential Zhejiang delicacy that celebrates the delicate texture of premium bean curd skin. These golden...

Gözleme is a beloved Turkish street food classic, featuring paper-thin dough folded over savory fillings and toasted to golden-brown perfection on a griddle. This recipe captures t...

A beloved staple of Japanese home cooking and street food, Korokke features a pillowy-soft mashed potato center encased in a shatteringly crisp Panko shell. This version balances t...

Kibbeh is the quintessential Middle Eastern delicacy, featuring a crisp, football-shaped bulgur shell that encases a savory, aromatic filling of spiced ground meat and toasted pine...

Kibbeh is the national dish of Lebanon and a masterpiece of Levantine cuisine, featuring a torpedo-shaped shell made of fine bulgur and lean beef. Inside, a savory treasure of spic...

Transport your senses to a sun-drenched taverna on the island of Crete with these vibrant, herbaceous zucchini fritters. Kolokythokeftedes are a cornerstone of Greek meze culture, ...

A true hidden gem of Portuguese Atlantic cuisine, Línguas de Bacalhau (cod tongues) are actually a succulent muscle from the throat of the fish, prized for their gelatinous texture...

Transform humble soy pulp into a gourmet masterpiece with these Japanese-style Okara Croquettes. Known in Japan as 'Unohana,' okara is a fiber-rich byproduct of tofu making that bo...

A crown jewel of Fujianese and Taiwanese night markets, this oyster omelet is a masterclass in contrasting textures—the 'Q' bounce of sweet potato starch meets the lacy crispness o...

Piraki is a beloved Afghan street food and home-cooked treasure, offering a delightful crunch that gives way to a savory, aromatic center. These crescent-shaped turnovers are tradi...

A cornerstone of Cantonese 'Dai Pai Dong' (open-air stall) dining, this dish is a masterclass in the 'Wok Hei' tradition, balancing delicate textures with bold aromatics. Tender sq...

A cornerstone of the traditional Lebanese 'Hot Mezze' spread, Sambousek Lahme consists of delicate, crescent-shaped dough pockets filled with a savory, spiced ground meat mixture. ...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched islands of Greece with these irresistible Spanakopitakia. These hand-folded phyllo triangles feature a savory, aromatic filling of fresh s...