New Year’s Eve is all about fun, celebration, and great food! To make your party a hit, here are 5 simple and delicious appetizer ideas you can whip up at home. These recipes mention option for both vegetarian and non-vegetarians. What better than to have your close ones around you, under one roof and enjoying the celebrations as you welcome the new year! Take a look at the recipes below that can be your quick appetizers for a fun evening.
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Ingredients:
500g chicken breast (cubed)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Recipe:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Marinate chicken cubes in the mixture for 20-30 minutes.
Thread the chicken onto skewers.
Grill or pan-fry for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
Serve with a yogurt dipping sauce.
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Ingredients:
200g shredded cooked chicken
1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
4 small tortillas
1 tbsp olive oil
Recipe:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and brush with olive oil.
Place a tortilla on the skillet, sprinkle half with shredded chicken and cheese.
Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
Slice into triangles and serve with salsa or guacamole.
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Ingredients:
Cherry tomatoes
Fresh mozzarella balls
Fresh basil leaves
Balsamic glaze
Salt and pepper to taste
Recipe:
On small skewers, thread a cherry tomato, a basil leaf, and a mozzarella ball.
Repeat until the skewer is filled.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper before serving.
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Veggie Spring Rolls
Ingredients:
Rice paper wrappers
Julienned vegetables (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
Fresh lettuce leaves
Soy sauce or peanut dipping sauce
Recipe:
Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water until soft.
Place lettuce and julienned veggies in the center of the wrapper.
Fold the sides inward and roll tightly.
Serve fresh with soy sauce or peanut dipping sauce.
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Ingredients:
Mini bell peppers (halved and deseeded)
1 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup grated cheese (any variety)
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Recipe:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, grated cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Fill the bell pepper halves with the cheese mixture.
Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
Serve warm.
These appetizers are quick, easy, and perfect for celebrating the New Year in style. Happy cooking and Happy New Year!
