Late Night World Cup Snacks are for those evenings when the match starts at 10, and you have already eaten dinner. By half-time, everyone is looking for something more than crisps. I like to put out a few warm things before it starts, such as crispy börek, chicken wings, halloumi fries, stuffed pita, and a couple of dips with bread. Some can be made earlier in the day, so you are not cooking while everyone is shouting at the TV.
Halloumi Fries
Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just looking for a quick and easy appetizer, or a snack these extra-crispy Halloumi Fries will hit the spot!
These golden strips of salty, squeaky cheese have a crispy outer layer and a warm, gooey center. And you only need four ingredients: halloumi cheese, flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs.
To learn more: Halloumi FriesÂ
Spinach and Feta Pie
This deliciously crispy Spinach and Feta Pie - Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek is one of the most popular boreks in Turkey. They are made of lightly spiced spinach and feta cheese filling wrapped in thin yufka sheets. They are usually served as a part of a Turkish breakfast spread, but they are also great for lunch, picnics, dinner parties, or just as a snack on the go.
To learn more: Spinach and Feta Pie - Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek
Marinated Persian Olives
Zeytoon Parvardeh is a Persian Marinated Olive dish made with green olives, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, garlic, and fresh herbs. It’s rich, tangy, and a little nutty—full of the kind of flavor that makes you go back for another bite.
To learn more: Zeytoon Parvardeh - Persian Marinated Olive
Arayes - Stuffed Pita
My Arayes - Stuffed Pita recipe features lean ground beef, grated onion, garlic, pomegranate molasses, and warm Middle Eastern spices, all tucked inside pita bread. They are quick, inexpensive, and easy to make for snacking, dinner, or a mezze-style spread.
To learn more: Arayes - Stuffed Pita
Vegan Lentil Meatballs
Mercimek Köftesi (Turkish Vegan Lentil Meatballs) is a healthy and flavourful Turkish dish made with fine bulgur, red lentils, onions, and spices. They are inexpensive and very easy to make, and are usually served as an appetiser, a healthy snack, or a part of a mezze platter.
To learn more: Mercimek Köftesi (Vegan Lentil Meatballs)
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings
My Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings are perfect for those days when you want sticky, smoky wings with crisp skin but don’t want to heat up the kitchen. They’re quick, simple, and great for game day, summer dinners, graduation parties, and barbecues.
To learn more: Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings
Mini Sausage Rolls
These homemade Shortcrust Pastry Mini Sausage Rolls are a delicious combination of flaky, buttery shop-bought pastry and perfectly seasoned, hearty sausage meat. They are the perfect appetizer or finger food for parties and are also great for lunch boxes, picnics, or snacks.
To learn more: Shortcrust Pastry Mini Sausage Rolls
Beetroot Hummus
This homemade Beetroot Hummus recipe is simple, reliable, and honestly comes out nicer than anything from a tub. It is one of those dishes that quietly becomes part of your regular rotation. It works just as well as a snack with crunchy veggies as it does spread on a sandwich or spooned onto toast when you need something quick and easy.
To learn more: Beet Hummus
Duck Spring Rolls
These super light and delicious homemade Crispy Duck Spring Rolls are made with ready-cooked roast duck, cucumbers, green onions, and spring roll wrappers.Â
They are usually served as an appetizer, but they are also great as finger food/canapés for parties, or a tasty snack on the go.
To learn more: Crispy Duck Spring Rolls
Spicy Chicken Wings
My Chicken Wings Recipe is made with chicken wings marinated in a garlicky, sweet, and spicy sauce, then oven-baked until sticky, caramelized, and crisp around the edges. It is simple to prepare, needs only 10 minutes of hands-on work, and is perfect for game day, parties, family dinners, or a relaxed weekend meal.
To learn more: Chicken Wings Recipe
Air Fryer Courgette Fries
Crispy Air Fryer Courgette Fries are the perfect combination of delicious and healthy. This fantastic alternative to regular fries offers a delightful crunch and a tasty way to sneak in more veggies.
They are a delightful snack that’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can whip up a batch that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
To learn more: Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Sigara Boregi
Turkish Cheese Rolls are crispy Turkish appetizers/snacks made with thin, flaky filo sheets called "yufka", filled with feta cheese, and then shallow-fried for extra crispiness. They are the perfect "make-ahead" finger food for parties.
To learn more: Sigara Boregi - Turkish Cheese Rolls
Banana Blueberry Muffins
These Banana Blueberry Muffins with Yogurt are extra soft, incredibly delicious, and baked to perfection in only 30 minutes! They are effortless to make with only a few basic pantry ingredients.
Enjoy these muffins straight from the oven alongside a cup of tea, or keep them handy for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack.
To learn more: Banana Blueberry Muffins with Yogurt
Onion Bhajis
Crispy Onion Bhaji (also known as Onion Pakora or Kanda Bhaji) is a delicious Indian snack made by deep-frying finely sliced onions dipped in lightly spiced gram flour batter. They are extremely addictive, vegan, gluten-free, and ready in 30 minutes!
To learn more: Crispy Onion Bhaji
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