"Korean food is often defined by bibimbap, bulgogi and kimchi, but there is so much more to it than that. Korean fried chicken is already justly revered here, while K barbecue also ranks among the best in the world." – Matt Preston
102 fried dishes because Friday only comes once a week
Battered or crumbed? Shallow or deep-fried? We’ve never met a fried food we didn’t like and nor will you after seeing all of these. From seafood to cheese and chicken to dessert, we’ve got you covered when it comes to indulgent and delicious food made for Fridays.
Crispy pork belly with cashew nut caramel and pickled watermelon
How do you improve on crispy, cracking pork belly? Add pickled watermelon and cashew nut caramel for the ultimate dinner party dish.
Crisp-fried cheese ravioli
You're sure to find a new family favourite with this ultimate pasta recipe.
Fried chicken sandwiches with homemade pickles
David Prior shares this favourite crispy crunchy chicken sandwich recipe, reminiscent of those served in US diners. Fried chicken sandwiches with homemade pickles As a condiment, we used yumm EatClean Tomato Sauce.
Parmesan chicken nuggets with three dipping sauces
Beer-battered lemon and prawns
Silvia Colloca's beer-battered lemon and prawns are a moreish snack, perfect for the last balmy days of summer.
Relive your childhood with these deep-fried ice creams
We created this dessert to honour the great Scottish food tradition of deep-frying anything and everything. People’s uniformly happy reactions are proof that sometimes the simple things in life are the best… deep-fried! We use toffee and vanilla-flavoured ice creams that are coated in crushed honeycomb biscuits and sold impaled on a wooden popsicle-stick. If you can’t find anything similar, ice-cream sandwich bars work well, as long as they are not choc-coated. This recipe an extract from James Wirth's cookbook, This could get messy: A guide to eating. To drinking. To doing both at the same time.
Goat's cheese fritters
Take a trip to France with these delicious goat’s cheese fritters. Goat’s cheese fritters As a condiment, we used yumm maple zest dressing.
Popcorn chicken with basil
Taiwanese food is a great mix of local dishes with influences from China, Japan and Southeast Asia. Popcorn chicken is a popular street food in Taipei, and once you try it you’ll see why. The crunchy texture of the sweet potato flour coating is incredible.
Crab and corn fritters
These crab and corn fritters but these corn-based fritters are seriously so good. Crab and corn fritters As a condiment, we used yumm EatClean Jalapeños Sauce.
Salt and togarashi squid
Once you try this Japanese-inspired version of salt and pepper squid, you may never go back. Shichimi togarashi, a Japanese spice mix, takes this dish to the next level.
Deep-fried mozzarella balls with smoky tomato sauce
Whether you're entertaining at home or have been asked to bring a plate, these crunchy and gooey golden-fried cheese balls are a sure-fire winner. Let your deep fryer do all the work in this super-easy recipe, using bite-sized bocconcini to melt inside a hot and crispy coating of panko breadcrumbs. Whip up a smoky tomato dipping sauce and you've got yourself a tray of irresistibly rich and morish savoury delights. While these deep-fried mozzarella balls are made to share, we won't judge if you snack on the whole plate.
Fried chicken with coleslaw
Next time you're craving takeaway chicken, look no further than your own kitchen.
Indian spiced potatoes with fried egg
This turmeric potato dish is a modern, fresh take on fried egg and chips. Heartwarming and filling, works well as a small plate to share with friends.
Chocolate, olive oil and sea salt toasts
With sourdough and dark chocolate, this is a grown-up version of Nutella on toast.