From intimate family gatherings to a raving house fiesta, party bites are essential!  Naturally, there are some rules to follow. First, they need to be magnificently tasty. Second, they have to be appropriately handy to be eaten standing up – no one is going to sit down and chomp on a piece of steak while the partying is going on and thirdly, you need a nice variety with different flavours and textures. This list of 10 most popular party bites covers the above, with the best benefit of them being proven hits. Enjoy!

1. Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet, salty and extremely addictive, our version of Sweet Potato Fries works marvellously as a party bite! What’s more, you probably already have the key ingredients in your kitchen– salt, oil, garlic powder and pepper! Undemanding and requiring little post-cooking cleaning (if you choose to have it baked), this crispy and healthy dish will keep your guests coming back for more.

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2.Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts

Every successful party needs a sweet “thang” and the Hong Kong Style Egg Tarts can be just that for yours. It might look difficult to recreate the perfect egg tart but we have the perfect no-fuss recipe of how to make a delicious and smooth Portuguese egg tart. Egg tarts are not an easy feat as we faced questions of how long can they last or how do we reheat egg tarts without it becoming a solid custard. Don’t worry, we have the right steps and help you need and forget about the calories, because our egg tart recipes are worth every single calorie.

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3. Salted Egg Chicken

This Salted Egg Chicken will steal the show and fair warning, your guests might start fighting over them. The best part? Preparation requires very few steps, minimal ingredients that when combined are hard not to be delicious and easy to get right, try not to eat it all directly off the pan before your guests arrive.

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4. Siew Mai

Siew Mai, a tasty little morsel in the dim sum world, is actually quite perfect for a party! It is an open-faced steam dumpling traditionally made with minced pork wrapped in wonton pastry, steamed and served in cute little bamboo baskets. One is never enough so be sure to make some extras, which can be popped into the freezer for later.

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5. Honey Sesame Tofu

Your vegetarian guests will thank you profusely for including this little party favour into your repertoire. Fried till crisp but still (somewhat) healthy, the Honey Sesame Tofu is a crispy and savoury vegetarian dish perfect as a meal or a happy hour snack. The burst of flavour comes from the sauce- a symphony of honey, sesame oil, soy sauce, onions and chilies– which pairs nicely with the soft, subtle taste of tofu. Make toothpicks available for a more pleasurable eating experience.

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6. Peanut Butter & Flaxseed Energy Balls

If your party is going to last, as Lionel Richie would say, “All Night Long", then the Peanut Butter & Flaxseed Energy Balls is a perfect party bite that will keep your guests’ energy up. Sweet, salty, creamy and really quite healthy, this protein energy balls are great for snacking.

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7. Grilled Chicken Satay

Now who doesn’t enjoy meat on a stick at a party! It’s easy and fun to eat, and can be grilled on demand if you so choose to do so. Pieces of juicy meat– beef, chicken, mutton or pork– skewered on a stick and, traditionally, grilled over charcoal, paired with a thick sauce where the peanut and an array of spices take centre stage. To complete the dish, add some slices of raw shallots, cucumber and ketupat, which is compressed sticky rice steamed in woven palm leaves.

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8. Prata Curry Puff

A real crowd-pleaser, our simple alternative to the traditional curry puff will keep your guests come back for more. Not only is Prata Curry Puff easy to make since the frozen pratas are readily available at any major grocery stores, but it is also healthier since the curry puffs are baked instead of being deep-fried. Grab some potatoes, chicken thigh, onions, and frozen pratas and start making your Prata Curry Puff.

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9. Arrowhead Chips

Impress your guests with this delightfully crispy Arrowhead Chips. Not only is Arrowhead chips, an addictive Chinese New Year snack in Singapore, but it is healthy. Besides that, this Chiku recipe only requires four ingredients and can be easily picked up within three steps.

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10. Chinese Red Bean Pancake

Fuss-free to prepare but remarkably impressive, the Chinese Red Bean Pancake is a crispy, golden crepe that envelopes a sheet of warm, velvety red bean paste. Traditionally a sweet dessert, we think it would make a great party bite too! It is made from the simplest of ingredients– some flour, sesame oil, and red bean paste (homemade or canned works). For some colour and added sweetness, dust icing sugar on the pancakes!

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