IntermediateAppetizer
Baked Beet & Labneh Tartlets with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Phyllo cups, whipped lemon labneh, roasted beet rounds, sumac.
373 cal · 7g protein · 42 min
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Party Food Recipes
What to cook for party food — real recipes with method, timings and per-serving macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Intermediate
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Eggplant Fritters with Spiced Yogurt & Black Garlic Oil
Golden-fried eggplant rounds with cooling yogurt and umami drizzle
847 cal · 19g protein · 37 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Tomatillo and Crispy Sage Oil Croquettes
A green, herbaceous, textured bite with real surprise
753 cal · 10g protein · 45 min
EasySnack
Crispy Halloumi & Watermelon Skewers
salty cheese, sweet fruit, and a squeeze of lime
543 cal · 29g protein · 14 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Spiced Chickpea Fritters with Charred Eggplant Purée & Pomegranate Oil
Crunchy-creamy, spiced warmth, tart finish
824 cal · 15g protein · 30 min
EasyAppetizer
Grilled Scallop Skewers with Umeboshi-Wasabi Drizzle
Seared sweet scallops, pickled plum, peppery wasabi
206 cal · 21g protein · 12 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Poblano Relleno Empanadas with Queso Oaxaca & Mole Negra Drizzle
Hand-crimped pastry with roasted poblano, cheese, and dark mole
1308 cal · 29g protein · 45 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Broccolini & Anchovy Butter Crostini
Toasted sourdough, whipped anchovy butter, charred broccoli, crispy breadcrumb dust and lemon zest
807 cal · 22g protein · 25 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Charred Peach & Burrata Crostini with Black Pepper Oil
Stone fruit and fresh cheese on a charred bread foundation
537 cal · 13g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Korean-Style Corn & Cream Cheese Fritter
Crispy corn cakes with melting cream cheese, gochujang glaze and toasted sesame
710 cal · 14g protein · 30 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Eggplant & Tahini Fritters with Burnt Lemon Emulsion
Battered, golden fritters with a silky sesame sauce and charred citrus punch.
639 cal · 10g protein · 32 min
IntermediateIn-between
Roasted Ricotta & Tomato Crostini
Warm, spreadable cheese on toasted bread, jammy tomato on top
603 cal · 15g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Charred Beet & Whipped Goat Cheese Tartlets with Walnut-Ají Rojo Dust
Sophisticated layered bites with roasted earth and spiced crunch
686 cal · 21g protein · 63 min
IntermediateIn-between
Pear & Gorgonzola Crostini
Crispy bread, creamy blue cheese, sweet pear
489 cal · 9g protein · 14 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Passion Fruit Curd Tartlet with Crispy Phyllo Nest & Candied Lime
A delicate, tart-sweet afternoon indulgence—light but luxurious
500 cal · 4g protein · 42 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Smoked Black Garlic & Crispy Pork Cheek Tartlet with Pomegranate Gastrique
Crackly pastry cup with silky confit pork, umami black garlic, and tart-sweet fruit reduction
660 cal · 24g protein · 130 min
IntermediateSnack
Crispy Lumpia Spring Rolls with Vinegar-Garlic Dipping Sauce
Golden pillows of pork, shrimp and cabbage with sweet-tart dip
839 cal · 39g protein · 27 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Charred Eggplant & White Miso Dip with Toasted Pita Chips
Smoky, umami-rich eggplant purée with white miso and sesame oil—a diner-inspired dip with real depth.
606 cal · 16g protein · 28 min
IntermediateSnack
Miso Butternut Squash Fritters with Sriracha Crema
Crispy, savory-sweet patties with a punchy sour-cream dip.
336 cal · 7g protein · 26 min
SophisticatedSnack
Crispy Miso-Butternut Squash Fritters with Green Chili Crema & Pomegranate
Sweet and umami-forward with spicy chill and jeweled pomegranate
943 cal · 19g protein · 60 min
EasySnack
Crispy Rice Paper Shrimp Crackers with Sweet Chili Dip
Shattered, salty, crunchy Thai snack
293 cal · 8g protein · 10 min
IntermediateSnack
Crispy Chickpea & Herb Croquettes with Whipped Feta Dip
Golden fried rounds of chickpea paste, creamy feta-herb dipping sauce
623 cal · 25g protein · 22 min
IntermediateIn-between
Spiced Labneh Dip with Toasted Pita Chips & Roasted Beet
Tangy whipped cheese, warm spices, earthy beet chips
510 cal · 14g protein · 20 min
SophisticatedSnack
Crostini di Ricotta, Fava e Bottarga
Whipped ricotta, fresh fava bean purée and mullet roe on toasted bread
452 cal · 21g protein · 35 min