Appetizers & Snacks

Yes. Bitter gourd fries! You may wonder how to make fries with this bitter veggie. Trust me, these fries are not bitter at all. They are spicy and scrumptious. You will finish them so fast. Try them!

Simple little appetizer recipes that are fast, easy to make and taste great! I love simple appetizers, small little bites of food packed with flavor. . . .

Boondis are tiny round fried snacks made of gram flour. They can be spicy or savory. Spicy boondi is crunchy. It is an amazing tea-time snack. They are mixed with fried pea nuts and curry leaves.

Bruschetta is an Italian appetiser, originating simply as a means of using up stale bread. This page looks at lots of different, tasty ways in which it is possible to enjoy bruschetta.

Are you hosting a party or gathering? Make sure it's a party that explodes with flavor! Try these easy and delicious appetizer recipes that your guests will love.

Who doesn't love a delicious snack? It's important to know how to cook affordable and easy recipes. Enjoy a Mexican-style cheesy-spicy elote in the comfort of your home.

Cucur is a traditional Malay fritter snack. It is served alongside sweet and sour chili dipping sauce. This quick and easy recipe is my pick while watching tv or during teatime.

Southern-style Barbecue Peanuts Recipe, and more: addicting cheesy sausages, caramelized Vidalia onions, guacamole, veggie pizza dips, and snacks!

Split black lentil vada or Urad dal vada (Medu vada) is one of the most sought-after breakfast snacks in India. It is very nutritious, crispy, and super-delicious. Eat it with coconut chutney.

Crackers with toppings can make great snacks for the everyday diet and for special events. Here are twenty ideas for delicious toppings that are easy to make.

Three jerky recipes that are perfect for deer/venison, beef, or turkey jerky. I've used ground meat and food dehydrator. This makes a great snack anytime or a great gift for Christmas.

An old Doritos flavor makes a comeback. Or does it?

Insanely delicious mushroom caps stuffed with gooey melted cheese, crispy bacon, spicy jalapenos and roasted garlic. A party in your mouth that will rock your taste buds!

Beaten rice flakes, chivda, or spicy masala snack is a low-calorie snack that you can munch on anytime. You can store them for up to 2 months in an air-tight container. Enjoy!

These nutritional snacks are healthy, a good source of potassium, and filling. And even better, you can make them in the comfort of your home.

Chickpeas or garbanzo beans are packed with nutrients. They are a rich source of iron, fiber, protein, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Fried chickpeas are crunchy and super delicious.

A quick and easy to follow, recipe for bruschetta. A tomato bruschetta recipe which you can complete in only 15 minutes. Great for parties and as an appetizer, entree or starters.

These homemade whole wheat rosemary olive oil crackers are sure to delight you, feed you well, and inspire you to start making more of your own food at home. This is a quick and easy project when you have a little bit of time to spare. Fill a container with delicious crackers for your family!

Kuih karipap is among Malaysian's favorite snacks of all time. It's very easy to make, and it's suitable to serve for teatime or appetizers.

Homemade Chia and Quinoa Chips are easy to make and super healthy for your family. Just mix up the ingredients in the food processor, swirl on some cookie sheets and bake. Yum! It's hard to keep even a tub full of these chips around our house, as everyone loves them so much.

Discover how to make your own, healthy popcorn in the microwave without a bag! It's oil-free and uses equipment you already have at home.

This recipe walks you through making your own homemade seed crackers by hand. There's nothing more satisfying than knowing that you can make your own food, and that your family is enjoying something that you made. But what's nice as well is knowing how healthy they are and how much money I saved.

These easy, delightful, homemade crispy chips with rosemary elevate sweet potatoes and are colorful, loaded with flavor, and good for all occasions. Enjoy with a sandwich or on a holiday buffet.

This is an easy and simple banana chip recipe. This scrumptious finger foods is great to munch on with a cup of coffee or tea. They are the perfect rainy- or wintry-day snack.

This hot corn dip recipe from Emeril Lagasse is not only an easy dip recipe but is absolutely delicious. Made with fresh corn, cheese, and lots of flavors, it's perfect for any party or gathering.

Potato-stuffed pooris make an excellent snack or lunch box food for the kids. These pooris are bite-sized, flavorful, and very delicious. Children love to eat them! Serve these pooris hot or warm with tomato sauce.

Astound your senses with bacon-wrapped appetizers like Lit’l Smokies, shrimp, scallops, baby potatoes, asparagus, mushrooms, dates, jalapeños, bananas, peaches, marshmallows, and more.

These amazing, deep-fried snacks are crunchy and delicious. In this unique recipe, you have to make a liquid mix of gram flour and semolina that is further boiled with spices to get a dough.

Put together this delicious macaroni salad with this easy tutorial! Your friends and family will enjoy trying this rich dish.

Onion rings are excellent both as appetizers and as main-meal accompaniments. This page features a tasty and easy recipe with full preparation and cooking instructions—and ways to use the leftover onions.

A super simple no-bake energy balls recipe with dates. Just 5 ingredients required and you can complete in only 15 minutes.

Serve a delicious cheesy corn and sausage dip with your favorite biscuit, cracker, or bread. This dish is best served as an appetizer or a snack.

With lots of wholesome veggies and meats on the inside, and a flaky pastry crust on the outside, what's not to like about English Pasties or Meat Pies?

Pierogi, piroshky—whatever you call them, these puffy pillows of peasant food are so beloved they have a National holiday and their own patron saint! Learn their heritage and enjoy some fun recipes.

When you have important events coming up, it's important to plan your menu of appetizers ahead of time so you're not stressed out. I've shared 13 mouthwatering recipes below that you can use to create a fantastic spread!

This sweet and savory snack can fulfill my cravings for either sweet or salty. I make sure to store an easy-to-grab homemade trail mix in my pantry. The good thing about my recipe is that I can choose any of my favorite components, which makes it more satisfying.

Nothing says summer like Pico de Gallo, a delicious way to enjoy fresh tomatoes. Quick and easy, this step-by-step recipe with photos can be adapted to individual tastes. Variations are included, plus tips to ensure a perfect batch of fresh salsa every time.

This beautiful green hummus pairs spinach and arugula with traditional ingredients for a delicious, quick, and healthy dip. Learn about these power greens and why you should make hummus at home.

Momo is popular dish in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Nepali momos taste completely different from the dumplings of other countries because of their spicy, soft, and juicy flavors.

The best around. Step by step instructions, Weight Watchers points, and instructional video. This is an easy must-serve.

Empanada is a tasty popular dish in Latin and Caribbean countries. It is a stuffed flaky pastry, baked or fried.

What's the secret of authentic guacamole? Learn which garden fresh vegetables to choose and how to combine them. Tips are included for choosing avocadoes and keeping guacamole green for several hours.

Most snack foods are high in calories and fat. This recipe for zucchini chips is delicious and healthy. Even the kids will love them!

Simple and beautiful Thai-inspired spring rolls served with sweet, chunky peanut sauce. Wonderful vegetarian finger food.

Nachos —A crunchy, spicy bar snack (or meal) made of tortilla chips and cheese, and maybe a whole lot more! Learn the history and so many ways to make them.

If you're having company or just want to bring the takeout experience to your kitchen, these mini egg rolls are a perfect idea! Easy, fun and, most importantly, they're delicious.

Popcorn snack recipes such as trail mix and other treats made by mixing a variety of ingredients with popcorn. These quick and easy recipes will satisfy your sweet and salty cravings.

These three South Asian snacks will liven up your afternoon tea and make your evenings more memorable.

This healthy hummus recipe is cheap, easy to make, and packed with fiber and protein. This recipe is also versatile. By adding ingredients of your choice, you can create your own signature hummus dip!

If you want to make Spanish tapas at home, start with this classic dish of fried potatoes topped with spicy salsa brava.

Want prawn crackers that taste of prawns? Make your own! Here's how to do it.

This 5 star restaurant-style salsa, reviewed over 2,000 times, is easy to make and bursting with garden-fresh flavor. We guarantee you'll be back for more! Also included: tips for making mild, low sodium or smoky salsa.

Enjoy a cheesy, crunchy snack with your favorite drink while watching TV. Learn how to make these easy homemade cheese sticks that require two ingredients only.

Potato pancakes are colorful, healthy, and kid-friendly. They are bite-sized pancakes that are tasty and easy to chew. Serve them to children as after school snacks.

Making Nacho chips is very easy. Make a soft and firm dough using maize flour, plain flour, wheat flour, and carom seeds. Making your own chips means you know exactly what's in them. Enjoy!

Sweet diamond cuts (shankerpali) are tasty snacks that melt into your mouth. You won't even know how many you have eaten. They are crunchy tea time snacks. Making them is easy. Let me show you!

Have some fun teaching your kids how to cook! Find 5 family fun recipes to help your children get started in the kitchen. Includes ingredient lists, step by step directions, and instructional video.

Beer Cheese is a Kentucky favorite! Delicious with everything from crackers to celery to heaped on a burger. In Kentucky, a party just ain't a party if you don't have beer cheese on the table!

Easy healthy snacks for kids for after school or at the weekend. Fill them up with healthy treats that won't spoil their meal time.

Try these two very different hummus recipes: one spicy, one traditional! Both are easy to make and super healthy.

There are a few scrumptious snacks that can be made in a jiffy. Masala peanuts is one among them. You can make a bowl of these appetizing and crunchy peanuts in about 15 minutes. Just give a try!

Favorite fast and easy dip recipes for your nextgathering. Velveeta RoTel dip, spinach dip, guacamole, hummus, spinach and artichoke dip, ranch dip, 7-layer dip, and more.

Learn how to make an easy, high protein snack at home.

Schezwan dosa or spring dosa are a delicious fusion snack. It is an Indo-Chinese twist on regular South Indian dosa. It is also known as Chinese dosa. It is a popular street food in Mumbai.

If you're looking for the best homemade hummus recipe without Tahini, this is it! Learn how to make a really quick and delicious hummus without tahini. It's low fat, and packed full of protein!

Everyone loves to eat potato wedges. It is a popular party appetizer. You can easily make these crispy and delicious snacks at home. You don't need an oven for this. Just follow a few simple steps!

Preparing for a party, tailgate or the holidays is easy with the Classic Chex Mix recipe. Combine pretzels, bagel chips, mixed nuts, chex cereal and a variety of seasonings for yummy Chex Mix!

Here are some tips and tricks for dealing with the afternoon munchies so that you can still eat well without going overboard.

Jelly juice is a popular drinkable snack for kids. Make your own version at home using your favorite powdered juice. It's absolutely fun and easy to make.

Using an air popper to make popcorn improves the health and taste of it. It's also cheaper than a microwave. Use these recipes and tips to create fun events at home with healthy popcorn.

Matbucha is a staple on the Morrocan and Israeli table. It is more of a condiment than a salad and is an accompaniment for most meals.

A quick and easy to follow, guide on how to make hummus. A healthy hummus recipe which you can complete in only 5 minutes. Great with falafel, sandwiches, crudités, breadsticks and nachos.

If you like Cajun recipes and easy party food ideas, you'll love this recipe for firecrackers! Photos included.

Cocktail meatballs, weenies, and sausages are easy to make and quick to disappear! These recipes are great for parties and other gatherings.

Use these recipes for traditional and more contemporary sandwich flavor combinations to give an afternoon tea or special occasion luncheon a delicious flair.

This article provides a few stellar almond recipes that are perfect for the holidays, as well information about how to grow almond trees.

Make this beautiful and healthy hummus appetizer for your next party or to enjoy at home. This quick and easy-to-follow recipe includes step-by-step pictures and serving suggestions.

If you need a cheese ball recipe that is simple to make and sure to please anyone's palate, you've come to the right place. This "optional" cheese ball is great for any occasion. Bon appetit!

How to fancy-up everyday biscuits and make 'em fab. And they look every bit as good as they taste.

Roasted pumpkin seeds are a fall favorite, and apart from how delicious they are, they are easy to make. A few ingredients and your favorite squash seeds are all you need for this autumn treat.

Countdown ten facts about the world's most popular meat stick that you probably didn't know!

These easy-to-make appetizers are fun and interactive. Get the kids involved in preparing this starter for family dinners and events. I have also included a modification that will elevate this appetizer for more special occasions.

This easy homemade onion bhaji recipe is great as a snack, a starter, or as a finger food. It's very tasty. Be prepared to make loads and hide a few for yourself.

Recipe and video for vegetable-and-noodle spring rolls, using homemade wrappers made of suji (semolina).

This recipe will show you how to quickly and easily make your own homemade crunchy garlic potato wedges at home. Homemade food always tastes better, and with how quick and easy these are to make, there's no reason not to. And I can guarantee your kids are going to love them.

Cheddar's is one of my favorite restaurants. My favorite appetizer is their Santa Fe Spinach Dip. It is a delicious creamy and cheesy dip for any occasion. This is my recreation of the dip.

Let me show you how to transform this simple comfort food of plain tomato soup and toasted cheese into something exciting!

I am a big fan of jalapeno poppers and decided to put my two favorite foods together to make this popcorn snack. This jalapeno popper popcorn is a frugal, easy way to delight your guests.

Buns are a popular breakfast and tea time snack in the Udupi-Mangalore region. Mangalore buns are sweet, soft, and fluffy puris made using banana and plain flour. They are very delicious.

Learn how to make crispy onion rings with homemade batter mix recipe. This is one of my favorite dinner ideas. I will show you how to make the batter stick to onion rings.

An easy step-by-step recipe for fresh, homemade guacamole. The best part is that you don't need a food processor. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, or those just wanting to eat healthier.

Guacamole is the best thing that can happen to an avocado, and making it fresh at home takes only a handful of ingredients and just a few minutes. Check out how easy it is to make this luscious stuff at home, fresh and fabulous!

Learn to throw a dinner party that doesn't leave you stressed and exhausted. Three menus with recipes, tips, preparation ideas, and instructions are included. Choose from an autumn harvest menu, summer harvest menu, Mexican themed menu, or Italian themed menu.

Traditional poutine consists of French fries, cheese curds, and a brown, flavourful gravy. It's a delicious meal that originated in the province of Quebec.

Are you looking for a perfectly scrumptious hors d'oeuvre that can be popped in one's mouth and eaten in one bite? These are good year round, but perfect for St. Patrick's Day! We love them!

Bite-size chutney potato balls are very delicious. They are spicy, crunchy, aromatic, and melt into your mouth. I made this starter snack using the ingredients readily available in my kitchen. Try it!

Smoked salmon shines in this cold appetizer. Filled with cream cheese, capers, fresh dill, and served on a Himalayan salt block, you will impress your guests with this amazing but easy appetizer.

Use basic ingredients found in your pantry to up your popcorn's flavor game. Now you can enjoy a sweet and spicy bbq popcorn while watching your favorite tv show or while at a house party.

Make colorful and delicious popcorn for under $5. This is a snack that everyone will have fun making and eating. Includes pictures and video.

A review of the chips with a cult following, Julio's Corn Tortilla Chips. These chips are produced by Julio's Seasoning and Tortilla Chips, Inc. in Del Rio, Texas and can be purchased outside of Texas through Amazon.com.