New Orleans Beignets
These sweet French doughnuts, inspired by the ones found in Cafe du Monde in New Orleans, are square instead of...
Crispy Crab Rangoon
My husband loved the appetizers we had at P.F. Chang's so much that I was determined to make them at...
Chili-Lime Chicken Wings
Who would have guessed that mixing maple syrup, chili sauce and lime juice would make chicken wings taste so good?...
Deep-Fried Candy Bars on a Stick
Why wait in line at the state fair for deep-fried candy bars when you can satisfy your curious taste buds...
Batter-Up Walleye
Nothing is more rewarding than celebrating the day's catch with friends when you share this fresh dish. Substitute your favorite...
Deep-Fried Rice Balls
My mother moved in with us about eight years ago and started making this side dish. Now that she is...
Fruit Salad Salsa with Cinnamon Tortilla Chips
Salsa with strawberries, blueberries and nectarines makes a refreshing side dish. We scoop it up using tortilla chips sprinkled with...
Rice Balls with Meat Sauce
My mom's deep-fried rice balls, flavored with traditional Italian cheeses, make a hearty main dish. She serves them with her...
Frittelle di Riso
For this traditional Italian dinner, we created these rice fritters that serve as a sweet and satisfying dessert.—Taste of Home...
Fried Cactus Strips
This fun recipe makes a tasty, crunchy treat that uses a wild resource so abundant here in the Southwest. Many...
Sopaipilla Stars
These deep-fried breads were a hit when I made them for our daughter's birthday party. They're a fun way to...
Delicious Potato Doughnuts
I first tried these tasty treats at my sister's house and thought they were the best I'd ever had. They're...
Barbecued Chicken Egg Rolls
“If you like barbecued chicken, you’ll really enjoy these hearty chicken roll-ups,” assures Erin Stroud of Sterling, Illinois. “I serve...
Southwestern Onion Rings
These light crispy onion rings are sliced thin and spiced just right with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder and...
Family-Favorite Fried Chicken
I was never impressed with the fried chicken recipes I'd tried, but then I started to experiment and came up...
Fried Ham Cubes
I sometimes serve these popular snacks with a creamy ranch dip instead of the cheese sauce. People are always surprised...
Pretzel-Crusted Catfish Bites
I'm not a big fish lover, so any concoction that has me loving fish is a keeper in my book....
Asian Chicken Wings
Addictive Asian chicken wings alert! Creamy peanut butter balances the sweet-savory flavors of brown sugar and soy sauce. —Taste of...
Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
We give traditional pizza a twist by rolling up the usual toppings in egg roll wrappers, then deep-frying them. Yum!...
Butternut Squash Doughnuts
My mother and I used to make several batches of these butternut squash doughnuts at a time. They're not only...
Southern-Style Egg Rolls
Sausage, black-eyed peas and turnip greens give these unique egg rolls a decidedly southern accent. When I bring them to...
Apple Fritters
This is an old southern apple fritter recipe. When we got home from a trip through the South years ago,...
Mini Nutella Doughnuts
You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to...
County Fair Funnel Cakes
What would the fair be without these delicious deep-fried pastries? To make these timeless treats, slowly swirl batter into oil,...
Chorizo-Queso Egg Rolls
Little bites deliver big flavor in this combination of tangy sausage and creamy cheese in crisp wontons. The recipe is...
Fry Bread Sandwiches
It was traditional for Native American girls in our village to learn to cook at an early age. I made...
Easy Coconut Shrimp
Guests are always impressed when I serve these restaurant-quality shrimp. A selection of sauces served alongside adds the perfect touch....
Loaded Stuffed Potato Pancakes
When I make mashed potatoes, I always cook extra so I can prepare these over-the-top potato pancakes. Fill them with...
Fritters with Lemon Mousse and Strawberries
Deep-fried fritters are wonderful on their own, but they become over-the-top amazing with a creamy lemon mousse and sweet strawberries....