Add some epic flavors to your next party. Learn how to make 20 amazing Asian appetizers with these easy and flavorful recipes.
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How to Make Delicious Asian Snacks at Home
If you love Asian cuisine, you will love these appetizers. They are perfect for snacking, entertaining, or enjoying as a light meal. You will find a variety of dishes from different countries, such as Japan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, and more. They are all easy to make with simple ingredients and instructions. Whether you prefer crispy, crunchy, juicy, or tender, there is something for everyone. You will impress your friends and family with these delicious Asian bites.
Fresh and light, these spring rolls are filled with rice noodles, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, mint, and shrimp. They are served with a tangy peanut sauce that adds flavor and creaminess. They are perfect for a healthy lunch or snack.
Crispy and savory, these egg rolls are stuffed with ground pork, mushrooms, cabbage, carrots, and seasonings. They are fried until golden and crunchy, and dipped in a sweet and sour sauce. They are great as an appetizer or a main dish.
Tender and juicy, these steak bites are marinated in a soy-ginger sauce that adds a burst of flavor. They are cooked in a skillet until slightly charred, and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. They are easy to make and ready in 15 minutes.
Sweet and spicy, these meatballs are coated in a sticky Mongolian glaze that is made with brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes. They are baked in the oven until cooked through, and sprinkled with sesame seeds and cilantro. They are delicious as a party snack or a weeknight meal.
Cheesy and creamy, this Korean cheese corn is a popular street food that is made with corn kernels, butter, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, and sugar. It is broiled until bubbly and gooey, and topped with green onions. It is best enjoyed with a spoon or tortilla chips.
Flaky and tender, these potstickers are filled with ground pork, cabbage, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. They are pan-fried until crisp on the bottom, and steamed until soft on the top. They are served with a vinegar-soy dipping sauce that adds a touch of acidity.
Thin and crispy, these lumpia are Filipino spring rolls that are made with ground pork, shrimp, carrots, green beans, onion, garlic, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and egg. They are wrapped in spring roll wrappers and deep-fried until golden and crunchy. They are eaten with a sweet chili sauce or vinegar-garlic sauce.
Spicy and smoky, these shrimp skewers are marinated in a firecracker sauce that is made with hot sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. They are grilled until charred and juicy, and sprinkled with parsley. They are perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick dinner.
Crunchy and creamy, these crab rangoons are fried wontons that are filled with cream cheese, crab meat, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. They are crispy on the outside and smooth on the inside. They are dipped in a sweet and sour sauce or a spicy mayo sauce.
Soft and succulent, these wontons are filled with ground pork, shrimp, ginger, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. They are boiled until cooked through, and tossed in a chili oil sauce that is made with Sichuan peppercorns, garlic, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce. They are spicy, numbing, and addictive.
Crispy and sticky, these chicken wings are coated in a yangnyeom sauce that is made with gochujang, ketchup, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar. They are double-fried until crunchy and glazed with the sauce. They are garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. They are the ultimate Korean fried chicken.
Snappy and spicy, these edamame are cooked in boiling water and drained well. They are tossed in a sweet chili sauce that is made with chili garlic sauce, maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. They are sprinkled with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes. They are vegan, gluten-free, and protein-packed.
Juicy and flavorful, these chicken satay skewers are marinated in a Thai-inspired sauce that is made with coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, garlic, and ginger. They are grilled until charred and tender, and served with a peanut sauce that is made with peanut butter, coconut milk, curry paste, lime juice, brown sugar, and soy sauce. They are accompanied by cucumber salad and rice.
Savory and satisfying, these cabbage pancakes are a Japanese dish called okonomiyaki. They are made with shredded cabbage, flour, eggs, water, green onions, bacon, and cheese. They are cooked in a skillet until golden and crisp, and topped with mayonnaise, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flakes, and seaweed flakes. They are filling, customizable, and fun to eat.
Plump and juicy, these gyoza are Japanese dumplings that are filled with ground pork, cabbage, green onion, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. They are pan-fried on one side and steamed on the other side. They are crispy on the bottom and soft on the top. They are dipped in a vinegar-soy sauce that adds a zesty kick.
Crispy and colorful, these Vietnamese crepes are called banh xeo. They are made with rice flour, turmeric, coconut milk, water, salt, and oil. They are filled with pork slices, shrimp, bean sprouts, mushrooms, and green onions. They are folded in half and cut into pieces. They are wrapped in lettuce leaves and herbs, and dipped in a fish sauce-based dressing.
Grilled to perfection, these chicken yakitori skewers are a popular Japanese street food that are easy to make at home. They are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and ginger. They are served with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions. They are great for appetizers or main dishes.
Fluffy and flavorful, these Thai fish cakes are a delicious way to use canned tuna or salmon. They are mixed with red curry paste, fish sauce, lime juice, cilantro, green beans, and egg. They are fried until golden and crispy, and dipped in a spicy cucumber relish. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly.
Crispy and addictive, these shrimp toast are a classic Chinese dim sum dish that are easy to make at home. They are made with bread slices, shrimp paste, sesame seeds, and oil. They are deep-fried until crunchy and golden, and served with a sweet and sour sauce. They are perfect for snacking or entertaining.
Spicy and satisfying, these samosas are a traditional Indian snack that are filled with potatoes, peas, onions, and spices. They are wrapped in a homemade dough and fried until flaky and crisp. They are eaten with a mint-coriander chutney or a tamarind chutney. They are vegan and freezer-friendly.
Soft and succulent, these gua bao are Taiwanese steamed buns that are stuffed with braised pork belly, pickled vegetables, peanuts, and cilantro. They are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. They are easy to make with store-bought buns or homemade dough. They are ideal for lunch or dinner.
Delicate and delicious, these shumai are Cantonese steamed dumplings that are filled with ground pork, shrimp, mushrooms, ginger, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. They are wrapped in wonton wrappers and steamed until cooked through. They are dipped in a vinegar-soy sauce that adds a zesty kick.
Light and refreshing, these spring rolls are filled with rice paper wrappers, rice vermicelli noodles, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, mint leaves, and cooked shrimp or chicken. They are rolled up tightly and served with a peanut dipping sauce that is made with peanut butter, hoisin sauce, water, lime juice, soy sauce, and sriracha. They are ideal for a hot day or a picnic.
Ingredients
- Fresh Spring Rolls
- Egg Rolls
- Soy Ginger Steak Bites
- Mongolian Meatballs
- Korean Cheese Corn
- Pork Potstickers
- Lumpia (Crispy Filipino Spring Rolls)
- Firecracker Shrimp Skewers
- Crab Rangoon
- Sichuan Spicy Wonton in Chili Oil
- Korean Fried Chicken
- Sweet Chili Edamame
- Thai Chicken Satay Skewers With Peanut Sauce
- Cabbage Pancakes (Okonomiyaki)
- Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers)
- Vietnamese Crepe (Banh Xeo)
- Chicken Yakitori
- Thai Fish Cakes (WHOLE30 - Paleo - Keto)
- Shrimp Toast: A Classic Chinese Takeout Recipe
- Amazing Samosa Recipe
- Gua Bao (Pork Belly Bao Buns)
- Cantonese Shumai (Siu Mai)
- Spring Rolls
Instructions
- Select your favorite Asian appetizer recipe.
- Gather all the necessary ingredients.
- Get ready to enjoy some epic flavors as you indulge in these tasty Asian snacks!
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