crispy Recipes
98 delicious crispy recipes from around the world
Bratkartoffeln (German Fried Potatoes)
Classic German fried potatoes, also known as Bratkartoffeln, are a beloved side dish. This recipe focuses on achieving perfectly crispy potatoes with savory onions, and optionally, crispy bacon. Using cold, cooked potatoes is key to their texture.
Calamari Fritti
Crispy, golden fried squid rings, lightly coated in semolina flour and served with fresh lemon wedges. A classic Italian appetizer that's surprisingly simple to make.
Farinata di Ceci (Ligurian Chickpea Flatbread)
A traditional Ligurian specialty, Farinata di Ceci is a thin, savory pancake made from chickpea flour, baked until golden and crispy. It's incredibly simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients and a long resting period for the batter to develop its characteristic flavor and texture.
Faworki (Angel Wings)
Faworki, also known as Angel Wings, are delicate, crispy, and airy fried pastries traditionally enjoyed in Poland, especially during Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek). They are made from a simple dough, rolled incredibly thin, fried until golden, and then dusted generously with powdered sugar.
Faworki (Chruściki)
Faworki, also known as Chruściki or Polish angel wings, are delicate, crispy fried pastry ribbons, traditionally enjoyed during carnival season. They are incredibly light and airy, dusted generously with powdered sugar.
Flammkuchen (Alsatian Flatbread)
A traditional Alsatian specialty, Flammkuchen is a paper-thin, crispy flatbread topped with a creamy mixture of crème fraîche, thinly sliced onions, and savory bacon lardons. It's a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect as an appetizer or a light meal.
Hasselbackspotatis
Hasselbackspotatis, or Swedish accordion potatoes, are a classic restaurant side dish where potatoes are thinly sliced almost all the way through, creating a crispy, fan-like appearance when baked. This recipe enhances the traditional method with a flavorful butter and Parmesan coating.
Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
Authentic German Kartoffelpuffer, also known as Reibekuchen or Kartoffelpuffer, are crispy, golden-brown potato pancakes, a beloved street food classic perfect for any occasion.
Oreja a la Plancha (Grilled Pig's Ear)
A classic Spanish bar snack, this dish features tender, simmered pig's ears grilled to a delightful crisp, seasoned with paprika and garlic. The combination of chewy cartilage and crispy rendered fat offers a unique textural experience, perfect for sharing with a cold drink.
Placki Ziemniaczane (Polish Potato Pancakes)
Authentic Polish potato pancakes, known as Placki Ziemniaczane, are a beloved comfort food. These pancakes are pan-fried until wonderfully crispy and golden brown on the outside, with a tender interior. They are a versatile dish, perfect as a simple snack or a hearty side.
Raggmunk (Swedish Potato Pancakes)
Crispy, golden Swedish potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and tart lingonberry jam. A comforting and satisfying classic.
Socca
A traditional Niçoise street food, Socca is a thin, savory chickpea flour pancake with a delightfully crispy exterior and a tender, slightly custardy interior. Traditionally baked in a wood-fired oven, this recipe adapts it for home cooking using a broiler for that signature char.
Stekt Fläsk (Swedish Fried Pork Belly)
A beloved Swedish classic featuring perfectly fried, crispy pork belly slices, traditionally served with a creamy onion sauce, boiled potatoes, and a dollop of lingonberry jam.
Lahmacun
Turkish pizza - paper-thin dough topped with spiced lamb mince, baked crispy. Rolled with parsley and lemon.
Gözleme
Turkish stuffed flatbread - thin dough filled with cheese or spinach, grilled.
Lahmacun
Turkish meat flatbread - thin crispy bread with spiced lamb. 'Turkish pizza.'
Lahmacun
Turkish meat flatbread - thin crispy bread with spiced lamb. Street food.
Lahm bi Ajeen
Lebanese meat pies - thin dough with spiced lamb. Squeeze of lemon is mandatory.
Arayes
Lebanese grilled meat pitas - pita stuffed with spiced lamb and grilled. Crispy pockets.
Batata Harra
Lebanese spicy potatoes - crispy potatoes with garlic, cilantro, chili. Mezze essential.
Lahm bi Ajeen
Lebanese meat pies - thin crust with spiced minced meat. Quick snack.
Batata Harra
Lebanese spicy potatoes - crispy potatoes with garlic, cilantro, chili. Hot mezze.
Batata Harra
Lebanese spicy potatoes - crispy potatoes with garlic, chili, cilantro. Mezze.
Tahdig
Persian crispy rice - the prized golden crust from the bottom of the pot. Crunch you fight over.