This category of recipes, listed as starters are often served before the main meal. They are usally accompanied by alcoholic drinks, water, juice, soft drinks and tea or coffee.

Starters are usually passed around while guests mingle and socialize. It helps to break the ice, begin conversations and of course satisfy the taste buds. The only problem for me is, trying to limit the amount of starters that I consume as the main meal is still to come. It is hard to resist because starters are usually all so delicious

To overcome this, it is advisable to serve healthy starters. These include freshly cut leeks, carrots, broccoli and other vegetables which may be accompanied with a dip. Salads make excellent starters as well. you will find salad recipes at Salads & Sambals.

The starters in this collection are a mix of fresh vegetables and the fried or baked varieties. If you eat fried food occasionally and in moderation, it should not be a problem.

I hope you enjoy these recipes that also make good side dishes. Please use the links above to visit the various recipes.

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