Fry

These garlic-Parmesan-crusted wedges skip the deep-fryer without compromising on crunch.

Frozen cauliflower deserves to be more than a side. Here a quick zap in the microwave primes the veggie crumbles to become a hearty vegetarian main.

These stuffed buns start with a sour cream dough, then put frozen veggies toward the hearty filling.

These stuffed buns are everything frozen pizza pockets dream of being.

This manicotti recipe is made with crepes instead of dried pasta, for a result that’s both delicate and hardy.

These two skillet-size latkes are a faster, smoother road to party time. Serve right away or make in advance and let the guests slice their own pieces.

Crispy on the outside, caramelly and soft within—you’ll find these plantain-stuffed turon disappear in an instant, especially when served hot with vanilla ice cream on the side.

This recipe for crispy fried shallots is easy to make and extremely versatile—use the shallots in green bean casserole, or to top a salad or rice.

For the best fried green tomatoes, swap cornmeal for a crispy panko crust, then serve with a creamy sauce or tuck them into a pimento cheese sandwich.

This crispy fried catfish recipe from Nashville icon Arnold’s requires some prep and patience, but the crunchy cornmeal crust is worth it.

Turn classic chicken piccata into a salad by using the lemon-and-caper-spiked pan sauce as the base for a warm vinaigrette.

A touch of cornstarch ensures a crisp coating for these shallow-fried cutlets.

Cottage cheese (yes, really) gives these pan-fried goodies moisture and richness.

Make this easy recipe for tostones for any get-together. The twice-fried plantains with creamy, spicy cilantro dipping sauce is the ultimate party flex.

This green bean stir-fry is a punchy holiday side dish, featuring a crunchy hazelnut-sage topping and a lush brown butter vinaigrette.

Cooking crepes until crispy and golden in almost-burnt butter equals maximum nutty-toasty brown butter flavor.

This Laotian-style rice salad is crunchy, spicy, sour, and bright. Store-bought red curry paste and skillet-crisped rice keep it fast and weeknight friendly.

A luscious combination of creamy Boursin cheese and lump crab, cradled by tender omelet. A scattering of crunchy Ritz cracker crumbs seal the deal.

Everything you love about katsu (the crispy breading, the juicy meat) with a molten, cheesy center.

These savory-sweet Venezuelan cheesy corn pancakes are endlessly customizable, making them the ultimate kid-friendly recipe or WFH lunch.

Hit all the notes of a fully loaded bagel—complete with tangy yogurt taking the place of cream cheese—with this crispy fish cutlet.

Thought there was no way to upgrade juicy, crispy cutlets? These thighs dredged in cheese crackers and paired with an herby ice-cold salad will change your mind. 

Inspired by Indian bhajia, these actually crispy fritters feature a hint of coconut for a subtle sweetness. 

Kimchi adds heft and crunch to the slaw, while a drizzle of the fermenting liquid acts as a punchy dressing—a perfect side for the crunchy pork.