Ethnic Appetizers

Get a quick quesadilla fix with this simple recipe. Canned chicken mixed with salsa and cheese is pressed between two tortillas and griddled until toasty and melty.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Who doesn't love a good, cheesy quesadilla? Tortillas spread with fiery chipotle sauce and topped with grilled chicken, crumbled bacon and a mix of cheeses...

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Crab quesadillas are the bar food version of fusion cuisine. Crabmeat along with green chiles and cheese makes for a very novel (and delicious) combo.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Making guacamole from scratch is simple and it tastes so much better than store-bought. Plus, avocados are healthy making this snack an all-around winner!...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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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

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

Love hummus? Try this delicious copycat recipe of California Pizza Kitchen's popular appetizer made from cannellini beans instead of the typical...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

An easy and tasty oven-baked version of quesadillas made with flour tortillas, Colby/Monterey Jack cheese blend, bacon, and green onions.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious quesadillas made with fresh spinach, black beans, onion, and cheddar cheese melted inside flour tortillas.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

No matter how good the filling, an empanada is only as good as its dough. That's where this scratch-made recipe comes into play. With a go-to dough as good as this one, you can start...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Enjoy a healthier twist on a favorite snack with our low fat nachos. Combining fresh veggies, no-fat refried beans, and reduced-fat cheese, these nachos deliver all the taste without the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tortilla chips topped with a melty chicken cheese sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fix up a nacho snack Don Pablo's style! Crisp tortilla chips are topped with refried beans, cooked chicken, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, and jalapenos.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Made with flour tortillas, breakfast sausage, onion, chili powder, eggs, Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vegetable oil, onion, ginger, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours