14 Hanukkah Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Will Love Beloved classics for a comforting, celebratory meal. Close Credit: 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. 22 Hanukkah Crafts and Decorations for Eight Nights of Fun 01 of 14 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 a kick. View Recipe 02 of 14 Miso-Tomato Braised Short Ribs Credit: 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 03 of 14 Classic Latkes Credit: 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 04 of 14 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 05 of 14 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 06 of 14 Pomegranate-Braised Short Ribs Credit: Johnny Miller Red wine and pomegranate juice give these tender braised short ribs an incredible depth of flavor, while pomegranate seeds add the perfect pop of color. View Recipe 07 of 14 Matzo-Ball Soup With Leeks Credit: 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 08 of 14 Wine-Braised Brisket Credit: 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 09 of 14 Chicken-Liver Mousse With Raspberry Jelly Credit: 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 10 of 14 Potato Kugel Gratin Credit: 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 11 of 14 Braised Short Ribs 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 chicken broth and fresh thyme. View Recipe 12 of 14 Chicken Liver Pate Get your Hanukkah party started with this easy, elegant pâté and golden toasts. View Recipe 13 of 14 Kugel Muffins Credit: 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 14 of 14 Roasted Apples Credit: Marcus Nilsson For an applesauce alternative, toss apple wedges with sugar and cinnamon and roast until tender. View Recipe Explore more: Holiday Planning & Ideas Hanukkah Hanukkah Recipes