Appetizer Recipes

Fatayer are the quintessential jewels of Middle Eastern street food and home kitchens, featuring a soft, cloud-like dough wrapped around savory treasures. This recipe offers two cl...

Transport your senses to the bustling streets of the Levant with these vibrantly green, ultra-crispy falafel. Unlike heavy canned versions, these are made from soaked dried chickpe...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling markets of the Levant with these vibrantly green, impeccably crisp falafels. Unlike heavy, flour-laden versions, this authentic recipe relies...

Experience the ultimate comfort food with these artisanal mozzarella sticks, featuring a triple-layered crust that promises a shatteringly crisp exterior and a dramatic, molten che...

These exquisite triangular pastries are a staple of Moroccan 'Ch'hiwate' (delicacies), offering a shattering crispness that gives way to a molten, aromatic center. Combining the ta...

Transport your senses to the bustling streets of Old Delhi with these quintessential Punjabi samosas, featuring a shortcrust pastry that shatters with every bite. The heart of this...

Transform humble cauliflower into a kid-approved masterpiece with these crispy, oven-baked bites that mimic the texture of classic chicken wings without the heat. These 'wings' are...

Tracing its lineage back to the grand kitchens of the Ottoman Empire, this Borek is a masterpiece of texture, featuring paper-thin layers of pastry that shatter upon the first bite...

Experience the quintessential crunch of a perfectly fried Chinese spring roll, a staple of Lunar New Year celebrations symbolizing wealth and gold bars. These rolls feature a delic...

A cornerstone of Cantonese Yum Cha, Lo Bak Go is a savory, umami-rich masterpiece that balances the earthy sweetness of daikon radish with the smoky depth of cured meats. This trad...

Transport your senses to the vibrant streets of Kingston with this quintessential Caribbean staple. Featuring a flaky, turmeric-infused shortcrust pastry and a deeply savory, spice...

Hailing from the high-altitude forests of Eastern Afghanistan, Jalghoza are the 'black gold' of Afghan snacks, prized for their slender shape and rich, buttery flavor. This recipe ...

A cornerstone of the Sephardic table, particularly during Rosh Hashanah and Passover, these Keftes de Prasas are a testament to the humble leek's transformative power. These fritte...

Kellaj is a beloved Lebanese street food and a staple of the 'Hot Mezze' table, featuring thin pita bread stuffed with a rich, salty cheese blend and grilled until shatteringly cri...

A beloved staple of Lebanese home cooking, Kibbeh Batata is a silky, aromatic alternative to the traditional meat-based version. This dish combines velvety mashed potatoes with fin...

Kibbeh Kras is the quintessential Lebanese comfort food, featuring a crisp, football-shaped bulgur shell that encases a succulent, aromatic filling of spiced ground lamb and toaste...

A beloved staple of the Lebanese 'Maza Sakhina' table, Koussa Ejjeh is a vibrant, aromatic omelet that transforms humble summer squash into a gourmet delight. Bursting with fresh m...

Tracing its roots to the bustling street markets of Northern China, Guotie is the soul-satisfying ancestor of the dumpling family, characterized by its signature 'steam-fry' techni...

Experience the ethereal crunch of authentic Japanese Tempura, featuring succulent jumbo shrimp encased in a delicate, lacy batter. This recipe focuses on the traditional 'Hanaage' ...

A cornerstone of Shandong's 'Lu' cuisine, these pan-fried delights are a masterclass in texture, featuring a shatteringly crisp exterior that yields to countless tender, aromatic l...

These iconic Middle Eastern savory pastries are a staple of Levantine bakeries, featuring a soft, pillowy dough folded into signature triangles. The heart of the dish is a vibrant ...

Widely regarded as the national dish of Lebanon and Syria, Kibbeh is a culinary masterpiece featuring a crispy, torpedo-shaped shell of fine bulgur and lean beef encasing a savory,...

Hailing from the coastal streets of Genoa, this ancient Italian treasure is a masterclass in simplicity and texture. Made with just four primary ingredients, the Farinata transform...

Originating from the rugged coast of Liguria, Italy, Farinata is a masterpiece of minimalism, transforming humble chickpea flour into a golden, custard-like pancake with shattering...