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Appetizer Recipes

Discover Chinese appetizer recipes for cold starters, crispy bites, savory snacks, and shareable small plates inspired by home cooking and restaurants.

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Braised Prawns in Savory Sauce
Appetizer

Braised Prawns in Savory Sauce

Succulent prawns quickly blanched and drenched in a bold, tangy sauce bursting with garlic, ginger, and fresh herbs. A refreshing appetizer perfect for summer.

20 min
Easy
0
Century Egg and Tofu Salad
Appetizer

Century Egg and Tofu Salad

A refreshing cold appetizer featuring silky tofu paired with savory century eggs, dressed in a light tangy sauce. This classic Chinese dish comes together in minutes and makes a perfect start to any meal.

15 min
Easy
0
Cold Seaweed and Enoki Mushroom Salad
Appetizer

Cold Seaweed and Enoki Mushroom Salad

A refreshing cold appetizer featuring tender seaweed and crunchy enoki mushrooms tossed in a tangy, slightly spicy dressing. Perfect for warm weather or as a light side dish.

20 min
Easy
0
Malantou with Dried Tofu Salad
Appetizer

Malantou with Dried Tofu Salad

A refreshing Chinese cold appetizer featuring tender iron weed leaves (malantou) paired with crumbled dried tofu, dressed in a savory sesame dressing. Perfect for springtime dining.

20 min
Easy
0
Potato and Octopus Salad
Appetizer

Potato and Octopus Salad

A simple Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring tender octopus and buttery potatoes dressed in a bright lemon-olive oil vinaigrette. Perfect for summer entertaining or a light lunch.

40 min
Easy
0
Jade Cabbage
Appetizer

Jade Cabbage

A refreshing Chinese cold appetizer featuring crisp cabbage marinated in a fragrant, sweet-sour dressing. The cabbage absorbs the aromatic oil and develops deep flavor over several hours.

4h 10m
Medium
0
Cold Maralan Greens Salad
Appetizer

Cold Maralan Greens Salad

A light, refreshing Chinese wild herb salad featuring tender maralan greens dressed in a savory sesame dressing. This cold appetizer showcases the delicate, slightly bitter flavor of the edible wild greens.

20 min
Easy
0
Shrimp and Chive Pan-Fried Boxes
Appetizer

Shrimp and Chive Pan-Fried Boxes

Crispy on the outside, tender and savory inside, these pan-fried boxes combine fresh shrimp, aromatic chives, and scrambled eggs in a soft dough wrapper. Perfect for a weekend brunch or casual dinner.

35 min
Medium
0
Pan-Fried Bacon Asparagus Rolls
Appetizer

Pan-Fried Bacon Asparagus Rolls

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in savory bacon, pan-fried until crispy and golden. A simple yet elegant appetizer that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of asparagus.

25 min
Easy
0
Crunchy Rainbow Salad with Sesame Dressing
Appetizer

Crunchy Rainbow Salad with Sesame Dressing

A vibrant bowl of crisp raw vegetables tossed in a bright, nutty dressing. This no-cook dish comes together quickly, offering satisfying crunch and colorful appeal with every bite.

15 min
Easy
0
Crispy Enoki Bacon Wraps
Appetizer

Crispy Enoki Bacon Wraps

Delicate enoki mushrooms wrapped in smoky bacon, pan-fried until golden and crispy. An easy appetizer that comes together in under 30 minutes.

30 min
Easy
0
Cold Cauliflower Salad with Lettuce
Appetizer

Cold Cauliflower Salad with Lettuce

A light and refreshing Chinese appetizer featuring tender cauliflower florets and crisp lettuce leaves dressed in savory fermented bean paste. This chilled dish brings together mild sweetness with fresh, slightly bitter notes for a delightful contrast.

15 min
Easy
0
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