Tailgating Recipes with a Twist

Photography By Amanda Rosenblatt | Last Updated August 21, 2024

Get ready for cheers when you serve these flavor-packed dishes.

TIred of the same old chicken wings and ribs? Get creative in the kitchen and make these winning recipes. With something for carnivores, vegetarians and fans of dessert, you will be the MVP of any game day gathering.

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Chipotle Pumpkin Chicken Thigh Sliders

Look for seasonal Seminole pumpkins at local farmers' markets to use in these savory sandwiches.

Crispy Curry Sweet Potato Spring Rolls

Packed with vegetables, these savory snacks are seasoned with cumin, turmeric and coriander.

Pork Tenderloin Sliders

Serve these mini sandwiches with basil aioli for a zesty flavor combination, with pear pepper slaw on the side.

Collard Greens Spring Rolls

Filled with black-eyed pea hummus and pan seared carrots, this is for all the veggie loving football fans.

Persimmon Bars

Persimmons are the unsung heroes of the fall baking season. Combined with dates and spices, these fudgy bars make the perfect lunchtime dessert or after-school snack.

Korean Fried Chicken

This spicy variation on a soul food standard is served with Mongolian Honey Sauce. For added kick, sprinkle some of the seasoning on cooked chicken just before serving.

Harvest Slaw with Tahini Dressing

While the slaw you grew up with might have called for a heaping helping of mayonnaise and cabbage, this isn’t the only way to do slaw. This version is a lighter spin with a delicious tahini dressing...