Firecrackers, also known as????, are an iconic???? Chinese snack with a long history. They are commonly served as an appetizer or side dish at festive gatherings, celebrations, and everyday meals. This versatile dish consists of crispy, bite-sized wonton wrappers filled with various savory fillings, then deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. The most popular fillings include savory minced pork, aromatic shrimp, and a delightful combination of vegetables. These firecrackers are often served with a sweet and tangy sauce for dipping, adding an extra layer of flavor and depth to the dish.
**Recipes included in the article:**
1. **Classic Pork Firecrackers:** This recipe showcases the traditional firecracker made with minced pork filling. The pork is seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices, including ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
2. **Seafood Firecrackers:** For seafood lovers, this recipe features a combination of succulent shrimp and tender squid as the filling. The seafood is marinated in a flavorful mixture of Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sesame oil, resulting in a juicy and savory filling.
3. **Vegetarian Firecrackers:** Catering to vegetarians and those looking for a plant-based option, this recipe offers a delectable filling made with a mix of chopped vegetables, including carrots, celery, and shiitake mushrooms. The vegetables are seasoned with a flavorful combination of light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper, creating a satisfying and savory filling.
4. **Chicken Firecrackers:** Chicken enthusiasts will delight in this recipe, which features a filling made with tender chicken mince. The chicken is seasoned with a flavorful blend of ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, resulting in a juicy and savory filling that pairs perfectly with the crispy wonton wrapper.
5. **Sweet and Tangy Dipping Sauce:** To complement the firecrackers, this recipe provides a simple yet delicious dipping sauce made with a combination of sweet and tangy ingredients. The sauce is made with rice vinegar, sugar, and tomato ketchup, creating a perfect balance of flavors that enhances the taste of the firecrackers.
ALABAMA FIRE CRACKERS
Turn saltine crackers into a gourmet party snack. This recipe is cheap, delicious and requires no cooking! These are really great with chili.
Provided by I phill hungry
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Cracker Recipes
Time 8h15m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the vegetable oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, ranch dressing mix, and crushed red pepper flakes in a 2-gallon plastic zipper bag. Seal the bag and smoosh with your hands to thoroughly combine the oil and spices. Place the crackers into the bag, seal, and turn the bag over to cover the crackers with the spice mix. Let the bag sit for about 1 hour, then turn again. Repeat several more times until the crackers are well-coated with spice mix, and allow the bag to sit overnight. Remove crackers and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 320.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
CAJUN FIRE CRACKERS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by TNTPayne
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In the Tupperware Season-Serve® Container add all of the ingredients except for the crackers. Close up the container and mix ingredients well by shaking the container. Add all 4 sleeves of Saltine Crackers and close the container. Turn the container over several times to coat crackers with the chile and oil mixture. Let the container rest for a couple of hours, turning the bag every 15 minutes or so. Even better the next day!
SPICY RANCH FIRE CRACKERS
Make and share this Spicy Ranch Fire Crackers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PansyPhilosophy
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 1 lb., 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place crackers in a deep, air-tight food saver container with a lid.
- Combine oil, ranch dressing mix, and red pepper flakes and whisk together thoroughly.
- Pour oil mixture over crackers, cover with lid, and toss gently to thoroughly coat; turn container periodically until ready to serve.
- Best if made one day ahead of serving. Will keep in airtight container for approximately one week. Do not refrigerate.
ROOSTER'S FAMOUS FIRE CRACKERS
'Originally developed at Roosters, a gourmet take-out, cookware shop, and cooking school in Greensboro, North Carolina, food scientist and best-selling cookbook author Shirley Corriher shared this recipe with us.' All the rage presently at CT Classic (you know who you are!). Copying here for posterity (and easier access). You can experiment with regular saltines, various seasonings and cheeses. Variations included in the instructions of this recipe.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Thanksgiving
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Arrange a rack in the center and preheat oven to 475ºF. Spray a 10x15-inch jelly-roll pan (not shiny) with nonstick cooking spray, and arrange crackers (about 40) in rows so that crackers are touching each other. One sleeve fits almost perfectly in this size pan.
- Sprinkle seasoning over crackers, then sprinkle with as many pepper flakes as you dare. About 5 flakes to a cracker is good. Finally, top evenly with grated cheese.
- Bake for 1 minute only. Turn the oven off. Leave in the oven overnight.The hot oven melts and browns the cheese, producing an even coating of crisp brown cheese. The fat from the cheese soaks inot the crackers and puffs them slightly. Leaving them in the oven dries them out well so that they are super crunchy. Break apart and eat or store. They keep well for several weeks sealed in an airtight tin.
- Note: From The Oregonian: The basic method, which we cribbed from an old recipe called Rooster's Famous Fire Crackers, calls for placing a layer of saltines on a baking sheet, sprinkling it with shredded cheese and spices, and baking briefly in a super-hot oven. The cheese melts, then crisps up as it cools. The spices -- any blend of you can dream up -- give it zing, and the results are addictive. After falling in love with Fire Crackers, we couldn't stop there. We tried different cheeses -- some mellow, some sharp -- and different spices, from barbecue rubs to lemon-dill. After lots of testing, we found a handful of great combinations, such as Smoky Cheddar and Barbecue, and Lemony Parmesan and Red Pepper. Don't wait for a party to try them.
- Note: Here are a few tips to remember as you make these snacks at home:.
- • Use any type of saltine cracker you like.
- • Finely shred the cheese using the small holes on the grater, so it melts into a uniform layer.
- • Don't be afraid to improvise; any kind of cheese/herb combo is fair game, though we especially like spice blends combining some heat and a bit of sweetness.
- Fire Cracker variations:.
- Make these versions using the accompanying basic recipe for Rooster's Famous Fire Crackers, or use them to inspire your own creations.
- Smoky cheddar crackers:.
- 6 ounces of smoked cheddar (shredded on the finest holes of a grater).
- 1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning blend (such as KC Masterpiece BBQ Seasoning).
- Spicy jack crackers:.
- 6 ounces pepper jack (shredded on the finest holes of a grater).
- 1 tablespoon Spicy Montreal Steak Seasoning (McCormick).
- Gouda and seed crackers:.
- 6 ounces gouda (shredded on the finest holes of a grater).
- 1/2 teaspoon dehydrated garlic flakes.
- 1/2 teaspoon dehydrated onion flakes.
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds.
- 1/2 teaspoon black sesame seeds.
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds.
- 1 tablespoon pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds).
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Lemon-parmesan crackers:.
- 5 ounces shredded parmesan cheese (shredded on the finest holes of a grater).
- Grated zest of 2 lemons.
CHEESY FIRE CRACKERS
This recipe I made with Chez-its crackers- The snack is crunchy and has a smokey flavor. Great for TV watching and the Summer Olympics. The mixture is great on popcorn, pretzels,cereal and oyster crackers too. My family enjoys these a lot. If you like spice you will love this snack!
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 250^. Line a jelly roll pan with foil or use a foil throw-away pan and spray lightly. --- Into a large bowl pour the oil. Add in remaining ingredients, except the crackers, and whisk until well mixed. Add crackers to mixture. Mix to coat them all evenly.
- 2. Place the cracker mixture in a single layer on the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove pan from oven and cool completely. When throughly cooled store in covered container. ENJOY!
FIRE CRACKERS
I am so tired of store bought crackers, that I started looking for new ideas. I came across this recipe to "doctor" up saltines on Food.com. I changed it a little, and now I have the perfect cracker to serve with cheese and pepperoni. Goes well with dips, also. Enjoy!! My photos
Provided by Carol Perricone
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Line crackers on ends (like dominoes) in an air-tight container.
- 2. In a small bowl, mix oil, dressing mix, red pepper, and garlic powder.
- 3. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed. Continue to stir to prevent the pepper from settling to the bottom of the bowl.
- 4. Spoon mixture evenly over crackers, like drizzling icing on a cake.
- 5. Close lid tightly and flip the container over every 5 minutes for about 20 minutes. Lightly shake back and forth to make sure all the crackers are coated.
- 6. Store in a ziplock bag. Will keep for about a week - if they last that long.
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Use a variety of peppers to add different levels of heat and flavor to your firecrackers. Some popular choices include jalapeños, serranos, cayenne peppers, and habaneros. If you're not sure how hot a pepper is, start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
- Wear gloves when handling peppers: The capsaicin in peppers can irritate your skin, so it's important to wear gloves when handling them. If you do get capsaicin on your skin, wash it off with soap and water immediately.
- Use a food processor to make quick work of the peppers: A food processor can quickly and easily chop the peppers into small pieces. If you don't have a food processor, you can also use a sharp knife to chop the peppers by hand.
- Add other ingredients to taste: In addition to peppers, you can also add other ingredients to your firecrackers, such as cheese, bacon, sausage, or vegetables. Get creative and experiment with different flavor combinations to find your favorites.
- Cook the firecrackers until they're crispy: Firecrackers should be cooked until they're crispy on the outside and melted on the inside. This will ensure that they're cooked through and safe to eat.
Conclusion:
Firecrackers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. They're also a great way to use up leftover peppers. With a variety of different peppers and fillings to choose from, there's a firecracker recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and tasty snack, give firecrackers a try.
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