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Sweet Teriyaki Beef Skewers

Sweet Teriyaki Beef Skewers

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
6 min
Total
1461 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, water, vegetable oil, and garlic together in a large bowl; drop beef slices into the mixture and stir to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap.
  2. 2 Marinate beef in refrigerator for 24 hours.
  3. 3 Remove beef from the marinade, shaking to remove any excess liquid. Discard marinade.
  4. 4 Thread beef slices in a zig-zag onto the skewers.
  5. 5 Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  6. 6 Cook skewers on preheated grill until the beef is cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.

By sheilago7

Japanese-Style Deep-Fried Shrimp

Japanese-Style Deep-Fried Shrimp

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place shrimp in a bowl and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. 3 Mix flour and paprika together in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in a second bowl and panko in a third bowl.
  4. 4 Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Dip each shrimp into flour mixture, then into egg, and finally into panko crumbs to coat.
  5. 5 Fry a few shrimp at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
  7. 7 Serve and enjoy!

By ait0shi

Yummylicious Japanese Beef Croquettes

Yummylicious Japanese Beef Croquettes

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Add potatoes to a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil; cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and pour potatoes into a large bowl. Stir in butter and mash with a fork or potato masher. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook until soft. Stir in beef and soy sauce. Cook, stirring continuously, until beef is browned and all the liquid is evaporated. Combine beef and onions with potatoes, and stir well.
  3. 3 Heat 1/2 cup oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. 4 Shape potato and beef mixture into 10 similarly sized balls, then flatten into patties. Dredge patties in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with panko bread crumbs. Carefully place patties into oil and fry until golden brown on each side.

By RUBYRONG

Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, mix chicken, cabbage, carrots, green onions, green beans, green bell pepper, and zucchini. In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, flour, chicken stock, and soy sauce. Pour batter over chicken mixture and toss to thoroughly coat.
  2. 2 Mix vegetable oil and sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup batter into skillet, enough to make a 2 1/2 inch circle. Cover and cook 4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and continue cooking 4 minutes, or until cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

By Sherbg

Fried Flour Tortilla Chips

Fried Flour Tortilla Chips

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a heavy 10-inch skillet over medium heat until 360 degrees F (182 degrees C), about 8 minutes.
  3. 3 Lower tortilla triangles carefully into the hot oil in batches; fry, turning frequently, until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining tortilla triangles.

By Carole

Ranch Mix Saltine Crackers

Ranch Mix Saltine Crackers

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place oil and ranch dressing mix into a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag; seal the bag and shake until well combined. Add crackers and shake until crackers are evenly coated.
  2. 2 Set crackers aside to absorb coating, about 3 hours, shaking the bag every 30 minutes. Enjoy as a snack or with a dip.

By Audrey

Plantain Chips

Plantain Chips

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Deep fry the plantain slices, about a dozen at a time, until golden brown on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain in a large bowl lined with paper towels, and salt to taste while still warm.

By Luthiena

Baked Pumpkin Seeds

Baked Pumpkin Seeds

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toss pumpkin seeds, oil, and ranch dressing mix together in a bowl until evenly coated; spread onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until seeds are lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

By Jenrocks2

Mexican Wontons

Mexican Wontons

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of shredded cheese into the center of each wonton skin. Fold the top and bottom corners in toward each other and roll it up like a little egg roll. You will have to seal the wonton with a little water where the ends meet.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep pot to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Fry the wontons two or three at a time. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

By SHECOOKS2

Sweet Potato Sweeties

Sweet Potato Sweeties

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix sweet potato slices, oil, sugar, and salt together in a bowl. Arrange slices evenly on a baking sheet, preferably all laying flat.
  3. 3 Bake in the top third of the preheated oven until tops are barely browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Flip over each slice. Continue baking until toasted on top, 10 to 15 minutes more. Immediately unstick slices from the pan. Serve warm or cool.

By momiam

Air Fryer Corn Nuts

Air Fryer Corn Nuts

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
555 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place corn in a large bowl and cover with water; let sit to rehydrate, 8 hours to overnight.
  3. 3 Drain corn and spread out in an even layer on a large baking sheet. Pat dry with paper towels. Air-dry for 20 minutes.
  4. 4 Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  5. 5 Place corn in a large bowl. Add oil and salt; stir until evenly coated.
  6. 6 Working in batches, place corn into the air fryer basket in an even layer and cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes. Shake the basket and cook for 10 more minutes. Shake the basket again, cook for 5 more minutes, then transfer corn nuts to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining corn.
  7. 7 Allow corn nuts to cool until crisp before serving, about 20 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Cofer's Hot Wings

Cofer's Hot Wings

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Melt butter in a skillet over low heat. Stir wing sauce and vinegar into melted butter until fully incorporated and heated through.
  3. 3 Working in batches, cook chicken wings in hot oil until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer cooked wings to hot sauce mixture and turn to coat completely. Leave wings in sauce for 2 to 3 minutes to soak up flavors. Remove to a serving plate.

By carrol cofer

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet; drizzle with oil, season with salt, and toss to evenly coat.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until lightly toasted, about 45 minutes.

By ONEMINA

Fried Avocados

Fried Avocados

3.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large heavy skillet or deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a small bowl, mix together the flour, seasoning blend and cumin. Place the beaten egg in a shallow dish. Dip avocado slices in beaten egg, and then in the flour mixture. You may repeat the dipping process if you prefer a thicker batter.
  3. 3 Fry the coated avocado slices in the hot oil for 3 to 5 minutes, until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot.

By April Tomas

No Cook Pretzels with a Kick

No Cook Pretzels with a Kick

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place vegetable oil, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and cayenne pepper in a gallon-size resealable bag; seal and gently shake to mix oil with dry ingredients. Add pretzels and seal bag; shake to thoroughly coat pretzels with seasoned oil. Let pretzels marinate in the bag for 30 minutes. Shake bag and marinate another 30 minutes. Transfer pretzels to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to dry.

By CASADESCARLETT

Daddy's Popcorn

Daddy's Popcorn

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut a paper grocery bag in half crosswise. (To use as a serving bowl and to absorb excess oil.)
  2. 2 Combine popcorn, oil, and margarine in a 2-quart pot; heat on high heat, and constantly shake the pot back and forth, until first corn kernel pops, then cover the pot, and continue shaking. When the lid lifts off the pot, remove the pot from heat; hold it over the prepared bag until popping stops.
  3. 3 Pour popcorn into the bag. Season with ¼ teaspoon seasoned salt; shake bag to distribute. Taste before seasoning with more salt.

By John Gawecki

Restaurant-Style Potato Skins

Restaurant-Style Potato Skins

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
7 min
Total
37 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. 2 Pierce potatoes with a fork. Microwave the potatoes on high until they are soft; approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. 3 Cut the potatoes in half vertically. Scoop the inside out of the potatoes, until 1/4 inch of the potato shell remains.
  4. 4 Heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C) in a deep fryer or a deep saucepan. Place the potatoes in hot oil, fry for 5 minutes. Drain potatoes on paper towels.
  5. 5 Fill the potato shells with cheese and bacon bits. Arrange them in the prepared baking pan.
  6. 6 Bake for 7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Serve hot with sour cream.

By Misty Risner

Asparagus Tempura

Asparagus Tempura

3.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1 to 2 inches of oil in a saucepan or deep fryer over medium-high heat.
  2. 2 Stir tempura mix and water together to make a loose batter.
  3. 3 Cut tough ends from the bottom of the asparagus spears. Dip into the batter, making sure spears are evenly coated.
  4. 4 Carefully add 5 to 6 asparagus spears to the hot oil. Fry until they float to the top, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain on paper towels and season with sea salt. Repeat with remaining asparagus.

By LLawson

Potato Chips

Potato Chips

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Lightly grease a large dinner plate with cooking spray; set aside.
  2. 2 Pour oil into a plastic bag (a produce bag works well). Add potato slices and shake to coat. Arrange potato slices in a single layer on the prepared plate.
  3. 3 Cook in the microwave on high until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove chips to a large bowl and toss with salt. Chips will crisp as they cool. Repeat with remaining potato slices; no need to grease the plate again.

By Jessica

Fresh Tortilla Triangles

Fresh Tortilla Triangles

4.8

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet to 370 degrees. Drop triangles in hot oil, 8 at a time. Fry, turning chips once or twice, until they stop sizzling and turn golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove with tongs or a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack set over a shallow pan. Sprinkle with salt immediately.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Spicy Party Pretzels

Spicy Party Pretzels

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
120 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix vegetable oil, dry ranch dressing mix, garlic salt, and cayenne pepper together In a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Place pretzels in a medium baking dish; coat with vegetable oil mixture.
  4. 4 Bake pretzels in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until toasted and crispy, about 2 hours.

By K Tansey

Chinese Fried Walnuts

Chinese Fried Walnuts

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place walnuts in a medium stock pot. Cover with water and boil for 2 minutes. Strain, but do not rinse. Transfer to a bowl and toss with sugar while still hot until well coated.
  2. 2 Heat 3 inches of oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. When oil appears to shimmer, fry 1 nut to test for heat. Nut should begin to sizzle immediately.
  3. 3 Fry 1/3 of the batch of nuts at a time uncovered, 4 to 5 minutes. Toss nuts before each batch and repeat. Using a slotted spoon, transfer each batch to a cookie sheet to cool. Season to taste with salt and break apart when cool.

By Valerie

North Dakota Lentil Dip

North Dakota Lentil Dip

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until translucent.
  2. 2 Stir in lentils, tomatoes and Seasoning Mix. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. 3 Spoon into serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.

By McCormick Spice

Jalapeño Popcorn

Jalapeño Popcorn

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced jalapeños; cook and stir until browned and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a small plate with a slotted spoon.
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Put 4 popcorn kernels into oil and cover until popped; add remaining kernels to the saucepan in an even layer. Cover and remove from heat, about 30 seconds. Return to heat and gently shake the pan back and forth over the burner until popping slows to several seconds between pops, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  3. 3 Pour melted butter evenly over popcorn. Lightly sprinkle ranch dressing mix over popcorn; mix to combine. Crumble jalapeño slices and mix in.

By Samantha J Hardison

Butter Popcorn With Sumac

Butter Popcorn With Sumac

3.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil in a saucepan over medium-low heat; cook and stir until butter is just melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir sumac, chili powder, and salt into butter-oil mixture.
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add 3 popcorn kernels to the oil and cover saucepan with a lid. Once the 3 kernels have popped, the oil is ready. Add the remaining popcorn, cover saucepan, and cook popcorn, shaking saucepan constantly, until you no longer hear popping. Remove saucepan from heat.
  3. 3 Transfer popcorn to a large heat-proof bowl and let sit for 2 minutes to ensure better coverage by the butter.
  4. 4 Pour half of the butter mixture in a second large bowl and swirl it around the bottom and sides; add popcorn and mix with a big spoon. Transfer the popcorn back in the first large bowl; stir again. Pour remaining half butter mixture into the second bowl and swirl around again; add the popcorn in and mix again.

By Nathan King

Quick and Easy Mexican Pizza

Quick and Easy Mexican Pizza

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot; fry tortillas, one at a time, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer fried tortillas using tongs to a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Spread salsa onto each fried tortilla; top with Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 8 minutes.

By Marcia

Cheeseburger Wontons

Cheeseburger Wontons

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  2. 2 Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon ground beef and 1/2 teaspoon cheese onto the center of each wonton wrapper. Fold each wrapper into a triangle and seal the edges together with water.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Vegetable oil will be ready when bubbles form around the end of a wooden spoon inserted in the oil.
  4. 4 Fry wontons in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove wontons with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

By ainsliek

Roasted Tajin Pumpkin Seeds

Roasted Tajin Pumpkin Seeds

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a saucepan: add pumpkin seeds and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and pat dry with a paper towel. Spread seeds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; sprinkle chili-lime seasoning on top.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven: stir seeds, spread back into a single layer, and return to the hot oven. Repeat twice more, stirring every 10 minutes, until seeds are golden and crisp.

By Suzie Lopez O'Connor

Broccoli and Cheddar Nuggets

Broccoli and Cheddar Nuggets

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with oil.
  2. 2 Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil; add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes. Let broccoli cool at room temperature until cool enough to handle.
  3. 3 Transfer broccoli to a large mixing bowl. Add Cheddar cheese, bread crumbs, eggs, basil, oregano, and garlic powder to broccoli; mix well. Shape into nuggets or fun shapes and arrange onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, flip, and continue baking until heated through and beginning to firm, 10 to 15 minutes more.

By goodeats