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13 Chinese Style Appetizers to Kickstart Any Meal

FEBRUARY 08, 2023
APPETIZERS
CHINESE
13 Chinese Style Appetizers to Kickstart Any Meal
Get ready for your taste buds to take a delicious journey through China with these 13 Chinese style appetizers. From wontons to egg rolls, these dishes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and get your appetite going before the main course. Don’t miss out on the classic crab rangoon, but be sure to try the creative and contemporary too, like the chives pockets. These Chinese appetizers are easy to make and provide the perfect way to get creative in the kitchen. Try these recipes to create a delicious and exotic meal to remember.
Dinner at the Zoo

Homemade Egg Rolls

These homemade egg rolls are filled with pork and vegetables, all wrapped up and fried to crispy perfection. The perfect make-ahead appetizer for any event!
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2,368
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1511
CALORIES
$2.97
PER SERVING
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Homemade Egg Rolls
Mind Over Munch

Air Fryer Crab Rangoon

So unbelievably crispy, they taste like they’re deep-fried! How to make homemade crab Rangoon in the air fryer .
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608
34
40 min
TOTAL TIME
55
CALORIES
$0.26
PER SERVING
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Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
The Recipe Critic

Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Egg Roll lovers, this Crispy Air Fryer Egg Roll Recipe is for you! Crispy, crunchy outside, tender filling inside, without the extra fat of frying or drying out from oven cooking. These are what you have been waiting for!
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491
32 min
TOTAL TIME
1431
CALORIES
$2.94
PER SERVING
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Air Fryer Egg Rolls
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Striped Spatula

Crab Rangoon

Crispy wontons meet a creamy crab filling in this popular Chinese-American appetizer. Crab Rangoon are easy to make at home and great for entertaining!
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4
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
161
CALORIES
$1.29
PER SERVING
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Crab Rangoon
Skinnytaste

Shrimp Egg Rolls

Easy Shrimp Egg Rolls inspired by my favorite Chinese take-out only healthier, loaded with shrimp in every bite. Air fryer or baked!
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25 min
TOTAL TIME
919
CALORIES
$10.29
PER SERVING
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Shrimp Egg Rolls
Dinner Then Dessert

Panda Express Cream Cheese Rangoon

Panda Express Cream Cheese Rangoon made with a creamy center and crispy exterior, these are the perfect appetizer for your next Chinese takeout meal. You can make ahead and freeze for later too.
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15 min
TOTAL TIME
64
CALORIES
$0.17
PER SERVING
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Panda Express Cream Cheese Rangoon
Savory Tooth

Crazy Good Vegetable Egg Rolls

These vegetable egg rolls are ridiculously crunchy and taste better than any Chinese takeout version. They make for a popular vegetarian appetizer, and they’re easy to assemble and cook.
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16,966
6
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
1823
CALORIES
$3.14
PER SERVING
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Crazy Good Vegetable Egg Rolls
The Dinner Bite

Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

Let me show you how I make this simple Chinese salt and pepper chicken wings in easy steps. The chicken wings are fried until golden and crispy then tossed in chillies onions and green onions.
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1
30 min
TOTAL TIME
574
CALORIES
$2.33
PER SERVING
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Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings
Kawaling Pinoy

Lumpiang Shanghai

Lumpiang Shanghai are the ultimat appetizer! Golden, crunchy and filled with ground chicken, water chestnuts, and green onions, they're sure to be a party favorite!
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235
40 min
TOTAL TIME
673
CALORIES
$1.88
PER SERVING
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Lumpiang Shanghai
Skinnytaste

Zucchini Pork Dumplings

These low-carb pork dumplings, made with zucchini in place of dough are so dang good, you won't miss the carbs! They are also keto, paleo, gluten-free and whole30 friendly!
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3,354
425
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
280
CALORIES
$1.88
PER SERVING
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Zucchini Pork Dumplings
The Country Contessa

Homemade Egg Rolls

Homemade egg rolls are a tastier version of takeout and you can control the ingredients. Just 20 minutes to perfection!
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18 min
TOTAL TIME
386
CALORIES
$1.15
PER SERVING
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Homemade Egg Rolls
The Woks of Life

San Xian Wontons

San Xian Wontons are not your average wontons. The delicious trio of shrimp, pork and chicken filling is incredibly flavorful, and not difficult to make at home!
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2 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
286
CALORIES
$1.11
PER SERVING
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San Xian Wontons
Woon Heng

Chinese Chives Pockets '韭菜盒子'

These Chive Pockets are vegan, delicious, and light which are perfect for a quick snack or served as a meal by itself.
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$10.40
PER SERVING
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Chinese Chives Pockets '韭菜盒子'