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Asian-Style Appetizers

Asian-Style Appetizers

Delicious as an appetizer or side dish. Many varieties to choose from like spring rolls, crab rangoon, dumplings and lumpia. These recipes work great on a buffet, sit down meal, or for dim sum.



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recipe for baked chinese dumplings

Baked Chinese Dumplings

Traditional Chinese pork dumplings are either fried or steamed. If you love the crispy flavor of the fried version but don't want the extra calories, try this oven-baked recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat tgi friday's pot stickers

Copycat TGI Friday's Pot Stickers

Potstickers make a great lunch or snack. Make them at home just like they do at TGI Friday's and save yourself a trip to the crowded restaurant.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked egg rolls

Baked Egg Rolls

These easy egg rolls are baked instead of fried for a healthier option. Serve them with a dipping sauce, or enjoy them as is.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for copycat applebee's wonton tacos

Copycat Applebee's Wonton Tacos

A homemade version of Applebee's popular chicken wonton tacos appetizer with zesty Asian slaw.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for homemade egg roll wrappers

Homemade Egg Roll Wrappers

Making your own egg roll wrappers is a great way to save money and enjoy a tastier, more authentic egg roll experience.


Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for thai crab rolls

Thai Crab Rolls

Experience the exotic flavors of Thailand with this crab rolls recipe, made with lump crab, shiitake mushrooms, and a spicy dipping sauce. This sophisticated appetizer puts a flavorful...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken or shrimp egg rolls with dipping sauces

Chicken Or Shrimp Egg Rolls With Dipping Sauces

Crispy egg rolls take a little bit of work in the kitchen, but they're oh so worth it. Shiitakes and bean sprouts stuff the rolls in addition to the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for curried chicken spring rolls

Curried Chicken Spring Rolls

Spring roll wrappers are stuffed with a stir-fried chicken and cellophane noodle filling and served with a tangy dipping sauce on the side.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chinese pork and shrimp dumplings

Chinese Pork And Shrimp Dumplings

These dumplings (gyoza) are made with ground pork, chopped shrimp, water chestnuts, carrot, cilantro, ginger, green onion, and lots of seasonings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for jian dui (chinese sesame balls filled with red bean paste)

Jian Dui (Chinese Sesame Balls Filled With Red Bean Paste)

These popular Chinese pastries can be filled with red bean paste, lotus paste, or sweet black bean paste before frying.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vietnamese spring rolls with peanut sauce

Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce

Spring rolls are a popular Vietnamese dish. This version is made by wrapping a mixture of cooked shrimp and rice stick noodles in spring roll wrappers and...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bean and vegetable egg rolls

Bean and Vegetable Egg Rolls

Roll up some cabbage, celery and chickpeas in a egg roll blanket and fry until golden. Serve with hot, plum sauce and you'll be the snack hero.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetable and cellophane noodle egg rolls

Vegetable And Cellophane Noodle Egg Rolls

These egg rolls are packed with flavor and veggies, making them a delicious and healthy option. They're perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce, and make a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chinese pork dumplings with soy ginger dipping sauce

Chinese Pork Dumplings with Soy Ginger Dipping Sauce

You'll love these dumplings made with ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, napa cabbage, and scallions and served with a soy sauce based dipping...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chiao tzu (traditional chinese dumplings)

Chiao Tzu (Traditional Chinese Dumplings)

These delicious dumplings can be served as a snack or a meal. They can even be frozen, so go ahead and make a big batch!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken egg rolls

Chicken Egg Rolls

Restaurant-style egg rolls made at home! These crispy egg rolls are filled with chicken, bean sprouts, spinach, green onions, and water chestnuts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork and shrimp egg rolls with sweet and sour sauce

Pork And Shrimp Egg Rolls With Sweet And Sour Sauce

Pork and shrimp wrapped up with stir-fried cabbage, bean sprouts, and water chestnuts get fried and dipped in a tangy cherry sweet and sour sauce.

Method:   electric skillet/wok, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pork and ginger dumplings

Pork and Ginger Dumplings

If dumplings seem like something best bought in the frozen aisle, maybe you haven't given them a shot at home. Wonton wrappers folded around spiced pork can be quickly fried...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tasty pork egg rolls

Tasty Pork Egg Rolls

Egg roll wrappers are filled with ground pork, cabbage, carrots, and seasonings and fried until crisp and golden brown. Delicious with a sweet and sour dipping sauce!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for sausage and pepperoni pizza egg rolls

Sausage And Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls

Some very incognito pizza rolls. Egg roll wraps actually make the perfect vehicle for pizza toppings since all that ooey gooey cheese could use a crispy crunch to...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken and shrimp dumplings with soy dipping sauce

Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce

These chicken and shrimp filled dumplings with a zesty dipping sauce are perfect for an appetizer or entree.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ground beef egg rolls with thick sweet and sour sauce

Ground Beef Egg Rolls With Thick Sweet And Sour Sauce

Looking for a hearty egg roll? These are filled with ground beef, bean sprouts, onion, and carrots and served with a homemade sweet and sour sauce.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for egg roll wrappers & fillings

Egg Roll Wrappers & Fillings

Simple homemade egg roll wraps come with three suggested fillings - a classic Asian-style pork and shrimp filling, a pizza-style filling, and a delicious peanut butter...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried vegetarian spring rolls (cha gio chay)

Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls (Cha Gio Chay)

The perfect appetizer for a homemade Asian feast. Spring rolls stuffed with noodles, mushrooms, and all manner of other good stuff are fried until crispy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for goi cuon (vietnamese salad rolls)

Goi Cuon (Vietnamese Salad Rolls)

Deliciously delicate Vietnamese salad rolls with not one but two dipping options. Rice paper wrapped noodles, shrimp, and carrots pair well with either choice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours




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