13 Chinese Style Appetizers to Kickstart Any Meal
FEBRUARY 08, 2023
APPETIZERS
CHINESE
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.
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!
6
7,110
409
32 min
TOTAL TIME
216
CALORIES
$0.65
PER SERVING
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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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25,023
2,368
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1494
CALORIES
$2.95
PER SERVING
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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!
2
28,738
4
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
160
CALORIES
$0.60
PER SERVING
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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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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!
15
10,502
191
25 min
TOTAL TIME
919
CALORIES
$10.34
PER SERVING
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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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17,226
206
15 min
TOTAL TIME
59
CALORIES
$0.15
PER SERVING
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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
835
CALORIES
$3.14
PER SERVING
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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
573
CALORIES
$2.19
PER SERVING
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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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7,025
235
40 min
TOTAL TIME
673
CALORIES
$1.88
PER SERVING
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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!
11
3,354
425
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
280
CALORIES
$1.88
PER SERVING
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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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36
2 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
286
CALORIES
$1.11
PER SERVING
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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!
11
18 min
TOTAL TIME
364
CALORIES
$1.08
PER SERVING
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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.
4
617
13
419
CALORIES
$10.40
PER SERVING
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