These homemade Pork Egg Rolls are packed with seasoned ground pork, fresh vegetables, and a hint of sesame, all wrapped in a crispy golden shell. The filling is a traditional mix of cabbage, mung bean sprouts, shiitake mushrooms, and green onions, combined with ground pork that’s been marinated for maximum flavor. Once wrapped and fried, …
Appetizers
Easy Appetizer Recipes
These easy appetizer recipes are delicious and there are options here for just about anyone!
Appetizers are kind of like my favorite thing in the world. I LOVE making a meal out of a bunch of them and trying to find unique ways to feed the masses when we host gatherings that are surprising and delicious.
Below you will find my collection of appetizer recipes! Bookmark or Pin for later, as the list will be updated as more recipes are added.
Happy cooking!
Our Traeger Birria Nachos combine slow-smoked, braised beef with crispy tortilla chips, copious amounts of melted cheese, and all the fresh toppings you can throw at it for a rich and satisfying dish. Traeger Birria Nachos This recipe starts with a smoked chuck roast seasoned with a bold Mexican spice blend. The meat is then …
Our delicious Traeger Pork Belly Burnt Ends are a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender, smoky meat with a sweet and spicy glaze. Cooking these on a Traeger infuses them with deep wood-fired flavors, while the Dr Pepper Cream Soda barbecue sauce adds a unique caramel-like sweetness with a hint of spice. This recipe …
This Cranberry Jalapeño Smoked Cream Cheese is a bold and vibrant appetizer that is as festive as it is flavorful! Fresh cranberries and jalapeños are combined into a tangy sweet and spicy salsa that’s spread over softened cream cheese and lightly smoked on the Traeger. The dish is quick to assemble and can be prepared …
Our homemade Steamed Pork Dumplings are a flavorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines tender, savory pork filling with perfectly cooked wonton wrappers. This recipe is straightforward and results in dumplings that are steamed until tender, then lightly browned for a satisfying texture. Whether you’re preparing them for a special occasion or a casual meal, these dumplings …
Chili Cheese Glizzy Tots are a crowd-pleasing combination of crispy tater tots, smoky sausages, hearty chili, and gooey cheese. This dish is perfect for game days, parties, or indulgent comfort food dinners. The recipe features tater tots seasoned with taco spices, layered with Little Smokies that have been sliced with the Slotdog and then drenched …
Blackstone Parmesan Garlic Fries are a delicious way to take your frozen fries up a notch and turn them into a crispy, cheesy side dish with minimal effort. Made on a hot griddle, these fries get extra crunch from avocado oil and bold flavor from garlic and two kinds of Parmesan. Cooking on a Blackstone …
Our Blackstone Smash Lumpia are a creative twist on traditional lumpia by skipping all the rolling, sealing, and prep, and cooking them meat-side down before flipping and crisping up the outside of the wrapper. Using the Blackstone allows for quick, even cooking, and the ability to make a large amount of food in a short …
Smoked Caprese Salad offers a unique twist on a traditional Italian favorite, combining smoky, savory elements with fresh basil, tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella pearls. The salad is briefly smoked on the grill, allowing the mild cheese and juicy tomatoes to absorb gentle, wood-fired flavors. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and makes an excellent …
Making salsa on a Blackstone griddle is a quick and easy way to cook your vegetables before making a killer homemade salsa!. The high heat of the griddle chars the vegetables, creating that deliciously roasted flavor infuses the salsa with a slightly smoky taste. The combination of charred Roma tomatoes, jalapeños, onions, and garlic is …
Our easy recipe for Breaded Smoked & Fried Buffalo Wings is a twist on traditional wings with rich smoky flavor and a crispy fried breading. First we season and smoke, and then cool briefly to help the flour and cornstarch coating stick before hitting the fryer. The result is wings that are both tender inside …
This tasty Blackstone Sesame Fried Feta is a crispy, savory dish perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer! A block of feta cheese is coated in a sesame seed crust and fried until golden brown right on the griddle, then drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey. This dish is a simple but impressive combination of textures …
These Breaded Smoked and Fried Chicken Wings are the ultimate flavor combination for chicken wings! First smoked on the pellet grill to infuse that delicious wood-fired flavor through the whole wing, then cooled to help the coating adhere perfectly. Afterward, they’re fried until they are perfectly crispy, creating a perfect balance of tender chicken inside …
Our easy Blueberry Balsamic Smoked Goat Cheese Dip combines the tanginess of goat cheese with the sweetness of a blueberry reduction with just a hint of spice. This smoked dip is a perfect appetizer for gatherings, and hits both savory and sweet notes with a touch of wood-fired flavor, too. Smoked Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese …
Creating Blackstone Fried Mozzarella is a great way to enjoy a crispy, cheesy snack or appetizer. This recipe combines fresh mozzarella, a crunchy panko coating, and a homemade marinara sauce for dipping. The process involves breading and freezing the mozzarella before frying it on a Blackstone griddle. This method ensures a perfect golden-brown crust that …