Deep-Frying Recipes

A Cuban classic, these satisfying, crispy-coated potato balls are filled with a savory ground beef mixture known as picadillo. —Nena...

I made these the first time with some leftover roast meat. I wanted to jazz up the leftovers and here...

These onion rings cook to a crisp, golden brown. This is one of those foods you never tire of and...

My dear friend Junie Obi's mom owned a food stand and served this traditional Japanese dish known as tonkatsu. She...

Finger foods give mealtime extra flair! This recipe is so easy, kids can help prepare it. Serve with sweet-and-sour or...

When life hands you ripe bananas, make banana beignets! These mini beignets are so easy and so good, you may...

I find this dish a comforting reminder of my childhood. The creamy custard center contrasts deliciously with the cinnamon sugar...

My mother made these treats, known as struffoli in Italian, for neighbors, teachers and anyone who stopped by. This is...

These crunch-coated chicken tenders are a little sweet, a little tangy and a whole lot of fun. In half an...

Why wait in line at the state fair for deep-fried candy bars when you can satisfy your curious taste buds...

A local restaurant made a similar breading for shrimp po' boys, but we think this version's better. I serve the...

Nothing is more rewarding than celebrating the day's catch with friends when you share this fresh dish. Substitute your favorite...

Pancake mix and carbonated water are the surprising secrets to these beautifully browned catfish fillets. Serve with coleslaw or sweet...

My father is Cajun, and I grew up eating Cajun food. This easy recipe makes me think of happy childhood...

I grew up near Idaho, which is famous for spudnuts, a doughnut made from mashed potatoes. I reworked a recipe...

We get creative with leftovers and make them into wontons. With a little turkey, cream cheese, cranberry sauce and wrappers,...

Want an amazing party starter? Coat slices of goat cheese with seasoned bread crumbs, fry them until golden-brown and top...

My mom likes to make this for family gatherings, and we all like to eat it. Marmalade and Gorgonzola might...

These beer-battered cheese curds are the ultimate in delicious comfort food. Some folks like to serve them with ranch dressing,...

Feel free to add hot sauce to the dip that accompanies these savory corn cakes. —Katty Chiong, Hoffman Estates, Illinois

My daughter has an amazing time decorating spoons. She then likes to stir them into hot chocolate. —January Brylow, Milwaukee,...

These light and fluffy jelly-filled doughnuts are part of the Hanukkah celebration. With just enough sweetness, it's a specialty worthy...

While these delicious bite-size treats are ready in minutes, they’ll disappear in a flash. And don’t relegate the deep-fried goodness...

We like Mexican and Italian foods, so spicy breaded ravioli gives us the best of both worlds. We serve sauce...

Do you love dips but are itching to try something new? This cheesy, spicy lasagna dip is a surprising twist,...

When I make mashed potatoes, I always cook extra so I can prepare these over-the-top potato pancakes. Fill them with...

If you own a barbecue joint like I do, you pretty much dream about barbecue in your sleep. Jalapeno poppers...

I'm not a big fish lover, so any concoction that has me loving fish is a keeper in my book....

Caesar salad need not be enjoyed as a mere side dish to steak. With crispy fried shrimp topping the plate,...