Festive Eats: Effortless Appetizer Recipes with Golden Island

Tired of the usual holiday food routine? Let’s talk appetizers. Upgrade your spread with holiday snacks that are far from typical. It’s time to amaze, delight, and treat your craves with flavors that’ll make your guests think they’ve stepped into a gourmet dreamland. We’ve created two delicious recipes they won’t be able to refuse.

#1: PINEAPPLE SALSA FOR JERKY STRIPS

Serves: 8-10 // Makes 4 cups

Ingredients:

• 1 whole pineapple – cored and cut into small bits
• 1 star anise
• 1 heaping teaspoon of pink peppercorns
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 lime (juice and zest)
• 1 fresh red chili – finely chopped with no seeds (optional)
• 1 tsp black mustard seeds (optional)
• Golden Island Korean Barbecue Jerky (for serving)
  

To prepare:

1. Grab a saucepan and heat a splash of vegetable or coconut oil.
2. Add the anise and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes to wake up the spices.
   
3. Add pineapple (and chili if using) and cook for 5 to 10 minutes on low heat.
   
4. Remove from heat and add the lime zest and juice. Let come to room temperature and serve as a dip for crackers and jerky!

#2: GOCHUJANG PEANUT & JERKY MIX

Serves: 2-3 // Makes 3 cups

Ingredients:

• 1 – 2.85 oz bag Golden Island Korean BBQ Jerky, roughly chopped
• 1 – 16 oz can dry roasted peanuts (or 2 cups any nut or nut mix)
• 1 Tbsp. Gochujang
• 1 Tbsp. Soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp. Honey
• 1 Tbsp. Sesame seeds
  

To prepare:

1. Preheat the oven to 350º
2. Grab a large bowl. Make the sauce by adding the soy, honey, gochujang and sesame seeds, and thoroughly toss the peanuts in it.
3. Lay the mixture out on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
4. Remove from oven and let cool.
5. Once cool, mix in the chopped jerky and serve!

To Good Food, Great Company, & a Happy Holiday!

Ho-ho-holy deliciousness. Treat your craves with this season’s faves by trying out our special Golden Island inspired holiday appetizer recipes that’ll jingle your taste buds and help you sleigh your holiday hosting duties. Gather ’round the table with your friends and family and make this holiday season one to remember. Happy Holidays from Golden Island!