#appetizer

54 recipes total

Crab Style Egg Soup (Sai Xie Geng)
Chinese
Easy

Crab Style Egg Soup (Sai Xie Geng)

A creative egg soup mimicking crab flavor, with silky egg ribbons resembling crab meat, rich aroma, smooth texture, and a hint of sourness, delightfully comforting.

15 min 21
Laver and Raw Crab Salad
Chinese

Laver and Raw Crab Salad

A classic Chaoshan cold dish combining marinated raw crab with seaweed, offering a fresh, sweet, and smooth taste—perfect for summer appetizers.

30 min 5
Wuyi Smoked Goose
Chinese

Wuyi Smoked Goose

A traditional dish from Mount Wuyi, the goose is smoked with tea leaves and glutinous rice, giving it a golden, crispy skin, tender juicy meat, and a unique smoky aroma that lingers.

85 min 3
Phoenix Tail Shrimp
Chinese

Phoenix Tail Shrimp

Large shrimp with tails on, coated in egg and breadcrumbs, deep-fried to golden perfection. Crispy outside, tender and juicy inside. Great as a party dish.

30 min 9
Crystal Pork Trotter Terrine
Chinese

Crystal Pork Trotter Terrine

A crystal clear pork trotter jelly, smooth and refreshing, rich but not greasy, a classic cold dish from Zhenjiang, Jiangsu. Best served with shredded ginger and vinegar dip.

150 min 7
Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiangsu Ji)
Chinese

Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiangsu Ji)

Golden crispy coating with tender, juicy chicken inside – a classic Chinese fried chicken that is irresistibly flavorful.

42 min 17
Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiang Su Ji)
Chinese

Crispy Fried Chicken (Xiang Su Ji)

Crispy golden exterior, tender and juicy inside. Marinated and coated with a light crispy batter, double-fried to perfection. Sprinkle with salt and pepper while hot for an irresistible classic Chinese fried chicken.

35 min 19
Blood Clams with Ginger Dressing
Chinese
Easy

Blood Clams with Ginger Dressing

A classic Chinese cold dish, blood clams are tender and flavorful, paired with a spicy ginger and vinegar dressing for a refreshing appetizer.

15 min 20
Coral Gold Hook
Chinese
Easy

Coral Gold Hook

A classic Chinese vegetarian dish featuring crisp mung bean sprouts stir-fried with red chili strips, creating a coral-like color. Tangy and slightly spicy, it awakens the appetite.

10 min 10
Crispy Fried Spring Blossom Pork
Chinese

Crispy Fried Spring Blossom Pork

Tender pork strips are marinated, coated in a light batter, and twice-fried to a golden, crunchy perfection. Each bite is a harmony of crispy shell and juicy meat, often served with salt and pepper or sweet chili sauce for a delightful appetizer or main.

30 min 17
Old Vinegar Peanuts (Lao Cu Huasheng)
Chinese
Easy

Old Vinegar Peanuts (Lao Cu Huasheng)

This classic Chinese cold appetizer features crispy fried peanuts tossed in a tangy and sweet aged vinegar sauce. Perfectly balanced and refreshing, it's an irresistible starter for any meal.

30 min 11
Smacked Cucumber
Chinese
Easy

Smacked Cucumber

Smacked cucumber is a classic Chinese cold dish, known for its refreshing crunch and tangy, spicy flavor. Cucumbers are smashed with a knife blade, then tossed with garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, and chili oil for a quick, addictive appetizer.

15 min 13
Lamb Skewers (Chinese BBQ Lamb Skewers)
Chinese

Lamb Skewers (Chinese BBQ Lamb Skewers)

Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, these lamb skewers are infused with the intoxicating aroma of cumin and charcoal. A beloved street food across China, they are perfect for a barbecue at home or a flavor-packed appetizer.

20 min 20
Song Sister's Fish Soup (Song Sao Yu Geng)
Chinese

Song Sister's Fish Soup (Song Sao Yu Geng)

A celebrated Hangzhou classic said to originate from the Southern Song dynasty. Silky fish shreds in a tangy, savory broth with ham, bamboo shoots, and shiitake mushrooms creates a delightfully comforting soup that warms both heart and soul.

35 min 22