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Garlic Prawns (Shrimp!)

Recipe video above. Hands down, my favourite way to cook fresh prawns! Simple and fabulous, the 3 tips for top notch garlic prawns is to chop rather than...

Author: Nagi

Chicken terrine with leeks & apricots

Whet the appetite for the main event by serving guests this special chicken terrine with leeks and apricots. It can be made up to three days ahead

Author: Jane Hornby

Ajo blanco

Miriam's easy, chilled almond soup makes a refreshing starter and only has 4 ingredients for an authentic Spanish taste

Author: miriamgonzlezdurntez

Hot and Sour Soup

Recipe video above. A firm Chinese starter favourite! A glossy soup broth that's savoury, sour and as spicy as you want it to be, filled with mushrooms,...

Author: Nagi

Smoked salmon carpaccio

James Martin's stunning seafood starter is guaranteed to impress at any dinner party - layer with beetroot, orange and tangy horseradish cream

Author: James Martin

Cajun style prawn cocktail

Breathe new life into prawn cocktail, a classic Christmas cocktail. With the addition of some Cajun spices, it's a flavour-packed modern twist

Author: Melissa Thompson - Journalist and food writer

Whipped brie salad with dates & candied walnuts

This sumptuous salad is perfect for a group starter and can be whipped up the night before

Author: Good Food team

Vegetable gyoza

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Author: Barney Desmazery

Artichoke & pecorino bruschetta

These simple and speedy antipasti-friendly toasts are perfect for when you want to spend less time in the kitchen and more with your guest

Author: Bill Granger

Dressed crab

Learn a basic method for 'picking' crabmeat, then serve the brown and white meat back in its shell with a few extra ingredients

Author: Good Food team

Spring Roll recipe

Recipe video above. Everybody's favourite Spring Rolls, made at home! Nothing like the ones at suburban Chinese takeout joints with unidentifiable mushy...

Author: Nagi

Chorizo croquetas with aïoli

Try a new way to use chorizo, with these fabulous croquetas served with garlic mayonnaise. They require a little effort, but make a great starter or party...

Author: Diana Henry

Yuk Sung

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Halloumi, pomegranate & walnut salad

Enjoy our easy halloumi, pomegranate, fennel & walnut salad as a festive starter or light lunch - it takes just 15 minutes to make

Author: Anna Glover

Mushroom Paté Recipe

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Author: Jane Curran

Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sage Butter Sauce

VIDEO ABOVE. This is a super easy way to make gnocchi and the secret ingredient is ricotta which keeps the gnocchi soft and pillowy inside. Much easier...

Author: Nagi

Asparagus with spiced butter & brown shrimp

Try this easy asparagus dish with potted shrimp-inspired topping in pools of mace-spiked butter. It makes a memorable starter for a dinner party or smart...

Author: Rosie Birkett

Sicilian stuffed sardines

Fresh sardines are plentiful and thrifty- this sunshine recipe teams them with fennel, parsley, mint, sultanas, pine nuts and more

Author: Barney Desmazery

Mexican seafood cocktail

Make this classic starter from Mexico's Pacific coast. Prawns and scallops are used here, but any seafood or fish will work well

Author: Edson Diaz-Fuentes

5 Great Prawn Dipping Sauces

Choose from a classic pink Marie Rose / Thousand Island sauce, Tartare, Seafood Cocktail Sauce, a Thai Sweet Chilli Lime Sauce for something fresher (not...

Author: Nagi

Cheesy puff pastry asparagus tart

Cheesy asparagus tart made with puff pastry is a delicious, easy vegetarian recipe perfect for breakfast, brunch or a fuss-free lunch.

Author: Alida Ryder

Bombay potatoes recipe

This spicy Bombay potatoes recipe is full of classic Indian spices, tangy onions, soft potatoes making a delicious side dish with a traditional curry

Author: Jessica Dady

Extra Crispy Corn Fritters

Recipe video above. Sweet pops of fresh corn on the inside, very crispy on the outside. These heavenly fritters are light on batter, heavy on the corn...

Author: Nagi

Bengali roast chicken

Serve this spiced chicken in an aromatic masala for a starter at a family feast. Packed with flavour, it's a popular Bengali dish - one you're sure to...

Author: Afia Begom - Afelia's Kitchen

Vegan terrine

Impress guests with this vibrant vegan starter. Plant-based soft cheese, herbs and beetroot combine to make the terrine, topped with a walnut brittle for...

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Tom Yum Soup (Thai Soup)

Recipe video above! The famous Thai Soup, made at home, and it's honestly the real deal!! See recipe notes for shortcut using frozen peeled prawns/shrimp....

Author: Nagi

Scallop & apple salad with hazelnut dressing

Fat, juicy scallops are always a treat- the secret is not to overcook them and to team with contrasting sweet flavours

Author: James Martin

Smoked salmon with lentil salad

A simply stylish salad that will make an impressive dinner party starter this Christmas

Author: Mary Cadogan

Greens, potato & chorizo soup

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Author: Diana Henry

BEST Harira (Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Soup)

The national soup of Morocco, this Harira recipe is a total flavor explosion. It's no wonder it's such a popular soup, it will WOW your taste...

Author: Kimberly Killebrew

Miso Eggplant

Miso Eggplant, also known as Nasu Dengaku, is a Japanese eggplant starter recipe. Simply halve the eggplants, bake them, glaze with miso and grill. Serve...

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Charred leeks with anchovy dressing

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Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Brie wrapped in prosciutto & brioche

This decadent bake from Paul Hollywood combines slightly sweet French bread with a creamy ham and cheese filling

Author: Paul Hollywood

Crayfish cocktail with horseradish cream

Give the classic prawn cocktail a twist by pairing crayfish tails with tangy horseradish and creamy avocado in this delicious dinner party starter

Author: James Martin

Smoked salmon with capers & pickled shallots

This fresh and zingy salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures. It's ideal for entertaining

Author: James Martin

Acaraje black eyed pea fritters with shrimp filling

Create crispy fried patties using spiced pulses, then fill with prawns, chilli, coriander and tomato, Brazilian-style

Author: Jennifer Joyce

Aloo Paratha (Indian Potato Stuffed Flatbread)

Aloo Paratha is a very popular breakfast dish in India. The beauty of this recipe is how flexible it is - there are so many options and variations you...

Author: Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Salt and Vinegar Chicken Wings

These crispy, oven baked Salt and Vinegar Wings have all the flavors of your favorite chips! Salty, tangy and finger lickin' good, these chicken wings...

Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Causa de atún

Author: Eat Peru

Thai Scallops

Thai Scallops make a quick and easy dinner that would be perfect for a date night dinner or Valentine's meal. They are quick to cook but taste like you...

Author: Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts

Htipiti

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Author: Michelle Minnaar

Festive seafood sharing platter

Spend less time cooking on Christmas Day with this simple yet luxurious starter. It requires almost no hands-on time and uses shop-bought elements for...

Author: Esther Clark

Broccoli caesar salad

Make this broccoli caesar salad for an easy, sophisticated starter. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's ideal for a dinner party or Christmas lunch

Author: Barney Desmazery

Thai mango, chilli & lime cups

Serve these quick, zingy vegetarian nibbles at your next party

Author: Good Food team

Golden pilaf with sizzling merguez

Merguez sausages add some mild spice to this baked basmati rice dish with nuts and mint, but leave them off if you want to make it vegetarian

Author: Jane Hornby

Chicken Chaat

Author: Dan Toombs

Mini prawn & sweetcorn cakes

These fritters are lightly spiced with cumin. Serve as a starter or nibble

Author: Cassie Best

Italian Style Rice Salad

Healthy, tasty Italian styled Rice Salad. Vegetarian friendly as it is or you can add cooked pancetta, tuna or mozzarella in the last step to make it more...

Author: Luke and Kay - Flawless Food

Carpaccio scallops

Impress guests with this starter, or fish course, that's perfect for a dinner party. Scallops and radishes are served in a delicate Vietnamese sauce

Author: Jeff Tan

Comté cheese soufflé

Raymond Blanc's recipe for this sumptuous dinner party starter, with a luxurious cheesy sauce, is guaranteed to impress - use gruyère or emmenthal cheese,...

Author: Raymond Blanc