Top Japanese Appetizer - Part 1

Discover authentic Japanese Appetizer recipes. Perfect for any occasion, from everyday meals to special celebrations.

Japanese
Appetizer
Japanese
Medium
A-

Chicken Yakitori

4.3
(1359 reviews)

Chicken Yakitori is a popular Japanese dish featuring grilled chicken skewers marinated in a sweet and savory sauce.

50 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)
Dairy-Free
75%
80
Japanese
Medium
A-

Crispy Vegetable Tempura

4.0
(1672 reviews)

A delightful Japanese dish featuring crispy, lightly battered and fried vegetables.

20 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
75%
70
Japanese
Medium
A+

Crispy Shrimp Tempura

4.4
(994 reviews)

Light and crispy shrimp tempura batter recipe.

25 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
70%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Tempura

4.2
(499 reviews)

A light and crispy Japanese dish where seafood and vegetables are battered and deep-fried.

20 min
300 cal
Vegetarian
Pescatarian
75%
70
Japanese
Medium
A-

Shrimp Tempura

4.1
(1145 reviews)

Crispy and delicious shrimp tempura, perfect as an appetizer or main course.

25 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
70%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Japanese Fried Vegetables

4.3
(1711 reviews)

Light and crispy tempura, featuring fresh vegetables coated in a delicate batter and fried to perfection.

25 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
70%
75
Japanese
Easy
A-

Tempura (Shrimp Batter)

4.3
(1762 reviews)

A simple batter for making tempura, perfect for shrimp or vegetables.

20 min
250 cal
Pescatarian
80%
75
Japanese
Medium
A

Halibut Crudo

4.1
(1612 reviews)

A delicate and flavorful Halibut Crudo recipe featuring fresh mango salsa, ponzu, and truffle oil.

40 min
250 cal
Pescatarian
Gluten-Free
60%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Sweet and Savory Chicken Wings

4.5
(943 reviews)

Delicious and easy teriyaki chicken wings, perfect for a party or a quick weeknight meal.

60 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free (if using tamari)
Dairy-Free
80%
75
Japanese
Medium
C+

Peppered Tuna Skewers with Wasabi Mayonnaise

4.5
(1890 reviews)

Seared tuna skewers marinated in soy sauce and pepper, served with a flavorful wasabi mayonnaise.

60 min
N/A cal
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
70%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Bite-sized Croquettes with Cheese

4.0
(1409 reviews)

Delicious bite-sized croquettes filled with cheese and bacon, perfect as appetizers or in bentos.

40 min
250 cal
Gluten-Containing
Dairy-Containing
75%
70
Japanese
Medium
A-

Versatile Tempura Batter

4.5
(766 reviews)

A light and crispy tempura batter perfect for coating prawns, fruits, or vegetables.

20 min
250 cal
Vegetarian (adaptable)
Pescatarian (with prawns)
85%
75
Japanese
Hard
C+

My Secret Recipe for Restaurant-quality Gyoza

4.5
(1886 reviews)

Delicious and authentic gyoza recipe that rivals restaurant quality. These pan-fried dumplings are filled with a savory pork and vegetable mixture, wrapped in delicate skins, and steamed to perfection with crispy wings.

45 min
N/A cal
Non-Vegetarian
65%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Japanese Fried Wings

4.5
(275 reviews)

Crispy pan-fried chicken wings coated in a sweet and savory Japanese-inspired sauce.

60 min
450 cal
Contains Eggs
Contains Soy
75%
70
Japanese
Medium
A-

Masaharu Morimoto's Shrimp Tempura with Miso Mayonnaise

4.4
(245 reviews)

Crispy shrimp tempura served with a flavorful miso mayonnaise dipping sauce, a delightful fusion of Japanese culinary traditions by Chef Masaharu Morimoto.

25 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
75%
70
Japanese
Easy
A+

Spicy Soy Marinated Tuna

4.4
(461 reviews)

A quick and easy spicy tuna marinade perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack.

45 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
65%
75
Japanese
Medium
B+

Easy Temari Sushi with Prosciutto and Shiso Hearts

4.4
(1836 reviews)

A delightful and easy-to-make temari sushi featuring the savory flavors of prosciutto and the refreshing aroma of shiso leaves, shaped into charming hearts.

30 min
250 cal
Gluten-Free
65%
75
Japanese
Medium
A-

Roast Chicken Wings

4.3
(317 reviews)

These roast chicken wings are marinated in a flavorful soy sauce, sake, and gochujang mixture, then roasted to crispy perfection.

33 min
250 cal
Gluten Free (Check soy sauce)
Dairy Free
70%
75
Japanese
Medium
B+

Ebimayo - Batter-fried Shrimp with Ra-yu Mayo Sauce

4.3
(658 reviews)

Batter-fried shrimp served with a spicy mayonnaise sauce. A quick and easy Japanese appetizer or side dish.

25 min
350 cal
Seafood
Japanese
75%
70
Japanese
Medium
B+

Juicy Cabbage Gyoza Dumplings (Lightly Seasoned)

4.4
(1924 reviews)

Delicious and juicy gyoza dumplings filled with a savory pork and cabbage mixture, lightly seasoned for a delicate flavor.

45 min
350 cal
Not Gluten-Free (unless using gluten-free gyoza skins)
Not Vegetarian
75%
70