If you need an unusual and unique party starter, look no further than this iconic appetizer from San Sebastian, Spain. The gilda is made with 3 simple ingredients, skewered on a toothpick, and embodies salty, sexy, and spicy all in one bite. This easy appetizer can be served any time of the year, just like…
Asian Appetizer & Side Recipes
Please your toughest critics and have your family yearning for the main dish by tempting them with one of these incredible Asian appetizers that mix Eastern and Western tastes effortlessly!
From Foolproof Fan-Favorite Thai Coconut Curry Mussels to LEGIT Hawaiian Poke (no Soy Sauce needed), to traditional Simple & Succulent Edamame find the perfect appetizer for your next meal today!
Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Rice (rice cooker or stovetop)
Whether you want to add a pop of color to your plate or just have butterfly pea flowers around, you can easily make this beautifully hued rice, traditional to Southeast Asian cuisines. Whether you’re serving a Southeast Asian inspired meal or just want a pop of blue color to your plain white rice, this butterfly…
Easy Korean Broccoli Side Dish (Banchan style salad)
That little dish of broccoli florets served at Korean restaurants is so easy to replicate. A touch of garlic and sesame flavor make this a versatile side dish you can serve hot, cold, or at room temperature.
What to Serve with Ceviche (15 Sides for a Fun Fiesta!)
Ceviche is one of the most beloved fish dishes of Latin America. Pair it with one of these meat free and dairy free side dishes for a complete meal. How do you pronounce ceviche? If you’re using a hard “v”, as in “Victor”, you’re saying it wrong. In the Spanish language, the b and v…
What to Serve with Tuna Steaks (11 Quick & Easy Sides)
Whether its seared over high hight or turned on the outdoor grill, tuna steaks are a great thing any night of the week. The best sides are the ones that are simple enough to pair with the tuna steak but still elevate your meal to the next level. Fresh tuna steaks are so nice. Tuna…
What to Serve with Trout (15 Simple Sides with a Twist)
Unlike other relatively inexpensive fish, trout does not have an association with can openers or cheap imports. Instead, trout calls to mind the beauty of the great American outdoors: cast iron pans sizzling over smokey campfires, crystal clear lakes, recreational fishing, and clean water. While farmed fish can be associated with uncleanliness and pollution, trout…
Hawaiian Lomi Salmon (with easy substitutes)
Taste paradise in a convenient bowl with this authentic lomi salmon recipe with instructions for making your own salted salmon. Or use easy substitutes to make this fresh tomato dish come together quicker than a hula hoop. Lomi salmon is a popular Hawaiian dish, and this recipe was adapted from The Aloha Kitchen cookbook by…
Asian Tomato Salad (what the heck is it?)
Wondering what to do with all those cherry tomatoes? Try this simple, juicy side dish that doesn’t require any cheese.
Turmeric Split Plea Fritters
Time for Mr. Falafel to scooch back into his pita pocket. These vegan Burmese split pea fritters are easier to make and have the Midas touch of golden turmeric.
Fish Fragrant Fairy Tale Eggplant – Vegan
These Fairy Tale eggplants are like little purple Tinkerbells that flew in just to enchant your weeknight dinner. Stir-fried here in a “fish fragrant” sauce that is all vegan and anything but fishy.