Appetizers & Snacks - The Kitchen Division https://thekitchendivision.com Worldly Recipes For The Home Cook Sun, 16 Mar 2025 18:46:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://thekitchendivision.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cropped-Kitchen-5-32x32.png Appetizers & Snacks - The Kitchen Division https://thekitchendivision.com 32 32 193172597 Cucumber Lox and Burrata Toast with Turkish Chili Oil https://thekitchendivision.com/cucumber-lox-and-burrata-toast-with-turkish-chili-oil/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cucumber-lox-and-burrata-toast-with-turkish-chili-oil Tue, 11 Mar 2025 02:59:25 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=4632 I’m not cool enough to follow food trends, but one that I can definitely get behind AND execute are the various funky toasts that have been making rounds online! This is my humble take on a “funky” toast idea – cool cucumber “lox” and burrata toast drizzled with a Turkish inspired chili oil. If you...

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]]> 4632 Japanese Street Corn Ribs https://thekitchendivision.com/japanese-street-corn-ribs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=japanese-street-corn-ribs Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:04:45 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3537 Air fryer corn ribs are probably not the first thing people think of during the summer, since a lot of us have grills and outdoor cooking on the brain, but there Japanese Street Corn Ribs are juicy, buttery, and irresistibly crispy thanks to the magical air fryer! These charred soy sauce corn ribs are so...

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]]> 3537 Pinto Bean Salsa With Tomatillos https://thekitchendivision.com/pinto-bean-salsa-with-tomatillos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pinto-bean-salsa-with-tomatillos Wed, 12 Jul 2023 14:57:41 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3516 Did you know that you can eat tomatillos raw? They’re distinctly sour flavor is often toned down by cooking them, but this Pinto Bean Salsa With Tomatillos highlights their unique “green” flavor and pairs it perfectly with smoky chipotle and poblano peppers. Roasted garlic adds body to this hearty salsa and it’s so yummy with...

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]]> 3516 Serrano and Lime Smoked Salmon Crudo https://thekitchendivision.com/serrano-and-lime-smoked-salmon-crudo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=serrano-and-lime-smoked-salmon-crudo Fri, 07 Jul 2023 14:55:57 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3503 Picture this: a plate adorned with generous slices of luscious, smoky salmon. It’s like a work of art that nature herself has crafted. But wait, there’s more! There’s also a sprinkle of serrano pepper and lime zest, creating a symphony of flavors. The serrano pepper adds a gentle kick, while the lime and honey sauce...

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]]> 3503 Grilled Artichoke and Cumin Dip https://thekitchendivision.com/grilled-artichoke-and-cumin-dip/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=grilled-artichoke-and-cumin-dip https://thekitchendivision.com/grilled-artichoke-and-cumin-dip/#comments Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3243 Artichokes in the US have been done a great injustice. They have been condemned to forever be associated with a thick, cheesy dip clotted with cream cheese and tons of seasonings. Normally when we think of artichoke dip, we think of this gloppy dip that’s served en masse at sports bars around the country. Did...

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]]> https://thekitchendivision.com/grilled-artichoke-and-cumin-dip/feed/ 1 3243 Marinated Feta With Lemon and Oregano https://thekitchendivision.com/marinated-feta-with-lemon-and-oregano/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=marinated-feta-with-lemon-and-oregano Wed, 21 Jun 2023 17:14:59 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3260 If you are looking for a simple appetizer to bring to your next summer cookout, try this 3 ingredient Marinated Feta With Lemon and Oregano. Made with fresh ingredients and conveniently scalable, you can make this easy appetizer for yourself or for a large group.  Almost no prep is required and all the work is...

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]]> 3260 Chinese Steamed Beef Buns With Ginger https://thekitchendivision.com/chinese-steamed-beef-buns-with-ginger/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chinese-steamed-beef-buns-with-ginger Tue, 09 May 2023 02:44:04 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=3184 If you have ever tried a bao bun, then you know how addictive they are. Biting into a bao bun is nothing short of comfort.  The meaty, juicy filling, the soft pillowy cooked buns. They are often found in the frozen aisle of Asian groceries, and steamed fresh inside Japanese convenience stores. Lately I’ve been...

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]]> 3184 Japanese Grilled Street Corn Onigiri (焼きとうもろこし お握り) https://thekitchendivision.com/japanese-grilled-street-corn-onigiri/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=japanese-grilled-street-corn-onigiri Thu, 02 Jun 2022 05:49:00 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=2462 Born out of an empty pantry, a little creativity, and a very Japanese obsession for corn, these Japanese Grilled Street Corn Onigiri are a delicious and unusual way to serve one of Japan’s most loved foods- corn. These little ongiri are crunchy, buttery, and brimming of sweet yellow corn, perfect as a summer snack or...

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]]> 2462 Shakshuka Meatballs https://thekitchendivision.com/shakshuka-meatballs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shakshuka-meatballs Sun, 01 May 2022 05:50:16 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=2383 While shakshuka is well known as a breakfast dish, it has come in handy many times in my home as a delightful evening meal. The traditional version with eggs is phenomenal, but if you really want to level up, try these Shakshuka Lamb Meatballs With Feta. Shakshuka (also spelled shakshouka, or chakchouka) is famous for...

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]]> 2383 Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps https://thekitchendivision.com/peanut-chicken-lettuce-wraps/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=peanut-chicken-lettuce-wraps Sat, 23 Apr 2022 21:06:55 +0000 https://thekitchendivision.com/?p=2299 When the craving for lettuce wraps hits, it’s hard to shake it off. These Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps are ready in 30 minutes and are full of interesting textures and flavors! A mix between Laotian Larb Gai and Indonesian Gado Gado, they are the perfect 30-minute meal for warmer weather. Celery Instead of Water Chestnuts...

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