Holiday Planning & Ideas Hanukkah Hanukkah Recipes 19 Hanukkah Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Will Love By Lynn Andriani Lynn Andriani Lynn is a freelance writer for MarthaStewart.com. Editorial Guidelines Updated on December 9, 2022 Close Photo: Linda Xiao Give family and friends the greatest gift of all at your Hanukkah celebration: an assortment of beloved recipes, including latkes, brisket, short ribs, kugel, and more. Whether you like to prepare traditional holiday dishes or branch out with more modern interpretations of the classics, our collection of essential Hanukkah dinner recipes has something for every family. Rooted in tradition, these dishes will make your celebration both meaningful and delicious. 01 of 19 Smoked Salmon Dip with Bagel Chips We've taken all of our favorite bagel toppings and packed them into one sensational dip. We're talking cream cheese, smoked salmon, red onion, and capers, plus horseradish for kick. View Recipe 02 of 19 Matzo Latkes These crisp, savory cakes make perfect beds for smoked salmon. View Recipe 03 of 19 Miso-Tomato Braised Short Ribs Yuki Sugiura This platter of succulent short-ribs melds flavors from cultures all around the world with the most delicious results. Miso is the magic in the marinade—rubbed over the ribs which are chilled overnight, it adds salt, umami, and a subtle tanginess. Fennel, tomatoes, and orange juice brighten the braise, while ginger offers a hint of heat. View Recipe 04 of 19 Classic Latkes Julia Gartland Potato pancakes make for festive starters at any party. Serve them with toppers like crème fraîche, trout roe, smoked trout, and lingonberry jam. View Recipe 05 of 19 Chunky Applesauce Try a chunky applesauce to accompany your homemade latkes. Using both McIntosh and Granny Smith apples will ensure the right texture—the McIntoshes soften into a purée, while the Grannies stay chunky. View Recipe 06 of 19 Braised Brisket with Carrots, Garlic, and Parsnips This dish is a classic for the ages! The best part? The brisket can be cooked a day in advance. View Recipe 07 of 19 Challah Making this traditional bread from scratch is totally worth it. Just 50 minutes of prep, and you're rewarded with a bakery-worthy loaf of challah. View Recipe 08 of 19 Pomegranate-Braised Short Ribs Johnny Miller Red wine and pomegranate juice give these tender braised short ribs incredible depth of flavor, while pomegranate seeds add the perfect pop of color. View Recipe 09 of 19 Matzo-Ball Soup with Leeks Kate Mathis This is the ultimate comfort food, whether it's Hanukkah or not. Our tried-and-true matzo balls get their fluffiness from seltzer and baking powder and their rich flavor from chicken fat (schmaltz to those in the know!). View Recipe 10 of 19 Fennel and Smoked Salmon Salad A simple dressing of lemon juice and zest and olive oil is all fresh fennel and smoked salmon need to shine in this 10-minute appetizer recipe. View Recipe 11 of 19 Wine-Braised Brisket linda xiao A crowd-pleasing option that's worthy of priority placement on your Hanukkah dinner table, this brisket is rich and meltingly tender after braising in white wine, lemon, and mustard. Hearty root vegetables are added for the last 45 minutes of cooking. View Recipe 12 of 19 Chicken-Liver Mousse with Raspberry Jelly Courtesy of Christopher Testani Team rich, creamy chicken-liver mousse with homemade raspberry jelly for the ultimate sophisticated starter. Serve with crostini and your favorite pickled veggies. Ready for more? You can't go wrong with this silky Chicken-Liver Crostini with Quince Jelly. View Recipe 13 of 19 Potato Kugel Gratin Johnny Miller Make potato gratin dairy-free by swapping the usual cream for chicken broth. A golden-brown matzo-meal crust is the perfect finishing touch. View Recipe 14 of 19 Meyer Lemon Brisket with Pomegranate Gremolata Maura Mcevoy We've amped up gremolata, an Italian condiment made of fresh parsley, garlic, and lemon, with jewel-like pomegranate seeds. It cuts the richness of braised brisket beautifully. View Recipe 15 of 19 Short Ribs with Root Vegetables This dish is inspired by traditional recipes that use flanken, a cut of beef from the chuck end of short ribs. In Jewish custom, the meat is boiled and served with horseradish. Our version uses braised boneless ribs and pairs them with earthy vegetables. View Recipe 16 of 19 Chicken Liver Pate Get your Hanukkah party started with this easy, elegant pâté and golden toasts. View Recipe 17 of 19 Kugel Muffins Chris Simpson These individual kugels are baked in a muffin pan. Cottage cheese and sour cream give them rich flavor while a touch of orange marmalade and the addition of currants takes them into sweet territory View Recipe 18 of 19 Kumquat-Braised Short Ribs Marcus Nilsson The vibrant fruit adds a burst of color and citrus flavor to braised beef. Serve with a simple sauce made from the cooking juices and a side of Sautéed Spinach with Toasted Pine Nuts. View Recipe 19 of 19 Roasted Apples Marcus Nilsson For an applesauce alternative, toss apple wedges with sugar and cinnamon and roast until tender. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit