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Last Updated : Oct 30,2024



मनोरंजन के लिए नाश्ते | मनोरंजन के लिए भारतीय स्नैक्स | - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Indian Snacks for Entertaining recipes in Hindi)
મનોરંજન માટેના નાસ્તા - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Indian Snacks for Entertaining recipes in Gujarati)

Indian snacks for entertaining | veg starters for entertaining |

Indian snacks for entertaining | veg starters for entertaining | Snacks and starters served at dinner, tea or cocktail parties have to be a bit more special than what you might have on a normal day. They don’t necessarily have to be difficult or time-consuming but they must be attractive, and served in a way that makes people want to immediately try one!

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Not only that, they must also be sized handily and served with the right accompaniments. In this section, you will find interesting snacks like Baked Vada Pav , Onion Rings and Corn Cheese Balls which are perfect for entertaining.

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Indian Snacks for evening tea

Cabbage Pakoda Here is an irresistibly crunchy and excitingly flavoured pakoda made with cabbage. Amiri Khaman is nothing but a spicy tea-time snack made of crumbled khaman dhoklas tempered with garlic and mixed with pomegranate seeds and coconut. Masala Vadas the appetizing aroma of Masala Vadas being fried at tea stalls in almost every street corner! 

Amiri Khaman
Amiri Khaman

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Corn Kachori this amazing variant is made with a filling of crushed sweet corn kernels and sliced onions perked up with tasty spice powders. Methi Pakoda  its mildly bitter taste and irresistible aroma unfailingly delight the palate, whether it is added to a subzi, roti , pulao or pakoda. Cabbage Ghughras a traditional gujarati tea time snack gets a savoury twist with this unique filling. 

 Corn Kachori
 Corn Kachori

Indian Snacks for family get together 

Cheese Corn Balls makes a super starter or snack and it just melts down in the mouth.

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Eye appealing, perfect sized Indian style corn balls perfect for a party starter tastes good with tomato ketchup.

 Corn Cheese Balls ( Starter ) Corn Cheese Balls ( Starter )

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Matar ki Kachori you would never have, really, tasted a kachori with such a flavourful filling. Rava Dhokla cooked is the master stroke, as in the case of any dhokla recipe. It gives the semolina dhokla a fabulous aroma and special flavour. 

Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla Rava Dhokla, Semolina Dhokla, Suji Dhokla

Doodhi Muthia much-loved by the Gujaratis. Doodhi and onions when combined with an apt combination of semolina and flours like whole wheat flour and besan yield delicious muthia. 

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Vegetable Kebab appetising, cocktail-sized snack made from bottle gourd, potatoes and onions, with a generous sprinkling of piquant onion masala mixture.

 Vegetable Kebab
 Vegetable Kebab

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Starters for small home parties or occasion.

Snacks for ladies kitty party

Hummus the famous traditional Lebanese spread, has a creamy chickpea texture. It tastes fantastic when served as apart of a mezze platter with Pita Bread or vegetables.

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Galouti Kebab on Crispy Naan an appetizer with such an attractive appearance and awesome flavour that it will capture everybody’s attention. Paneer Pita Pockets unique for a party starter or a high tea party? Paneer pocket is an ideal catch! sure your guests would love it too. 

Makai Galouti KebabMakai Galouti Kebab

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Dhokla Sushi with Bell Peppers exotic flavour of Sushi but don’t have the time to prepare it, or don’t have access to the ingredients? Not to worry. We have brought together Indian and Japanese styles to create a dhokla-based sushi. 

 Dhokla Sushi with CarrotsDhokla Sushi with Carrots

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Pav Bhaji Fondue friends and family coming over and want to serve them something that would tantalize their taste buds? It is really quick and easy to make. Paneer Tikka a punjabi delicacy is one of the most popular starters in Indian restaurants.  

Pav Bhaji FonduePav Bhaji Fondue

Starters and snacks for Indian festivals

Rose Cookies traditional snack is believed to be of Anglo-Indian origin, and is made commonly during Christmas time.

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Medu Vada crispy, tasty and protein-rich urad dal vada to the platter. Kesar Pista Biscuits a real delicacy with rich spicy notes. Assorted nuts give these biscuits a delectable crunch, while an array of spice powders give it a tantalising aroma. 

 Medu Vada, South Indian Snack Medu Vada, South Indian Snack

Kanji Vada a marwari delicacy of moong dal vadas immersed in tangy mustard flavoured liquid.

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The 'kanji' or 'rai ka pani' as it is known needs to be prepared a day in advance so that all the flavours mellow down.     

Kanji-VadasKanji Vadas

Snacks to entertain kids

Cheesy Maggi Rolls a cheesy mixture of cooked Maggi, cheese slice and crunchy veggies is packed inside readily available samosa patties and deep-fried till perfectly golden in colour. 

 Cheesy Maggi Bread Rolls Cheesy Maggi Bread Rolls

Tacos a rustic experience, which warms the heart and fills the tummy with its sensual flavours and mealy textures.   Schezwan Noodle Frankie is one street food is diversly famous and has too many variations to it. Frankie is a wrap containing filling in an enfolded roti. Kids and students would definitely love this variation to frankie. 

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Crispy Potato Snack a flavour-packed snack with an unmistakable Oriental touch. Carrot Pinwheel Sandwiches a delightful sweet and spicy snack with a tantalizing flavour and attractive appearance, which makes it ideal to serve at small parties.

Carrot Pinwheels ( Finger Foods For Kids )Carrot Pinwheels ( Finger Foods For Kids )

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Fried Mozzarella Sticks  a simple flavouring of oregano and chilli-flakes ensures that the overall effect of Indian style cheese sticks is very pleasing.

Fried Mozzarella SticksFried Mozzarella Sticks

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Enjoy our Indian snacks for entertaining | veg starters for entertaining | and other starter snack recipe articles given below.

School time Indian snack recipes

Indian snacks for entertaining


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Palak Toast Topped with Pizza Sauce and Cheese
Recipe# 41313
25 May 17

 
 by Tarla Dalal
In this totally unique snack, bread slices are layered with a luscious mixture of potatoes and spinach puree flavoured with ginger, garlic and green chillies, and deep-fried till crisp. This crunchy and super tasty toast is then served with a topping of cheese and pizza sauce. Every bite of the ....
Creamy Mixed Vegetable Toast Sandwich
Recipe# 41311
22 Aug 22

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 by Tarla Dalal
creamy vegetable toast sandwich | vegetable toast sandwich | Indian hung curd sandwich | mayonnaise sandwich recipe | with 28 amazing images. creamy vegetable toast san ....
Mini Beetroot Tikki
Recipe# 39300
09 Feb 19

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 by Tarla Dalal
Here is an another interesting way to make your family consume more of healthy beets. With a blend of common masalas and everyday ingredients, grated beetroot and carrot emerge into an irresistible snack. The bread slice helps to hold together the other ingredients, while imparting an exciting crunc ....
Cheese, Olive and Jalapeno Toast
Recipe# 41296
25 Feb 19

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by Tarla Dalal
Crisp, buttered toasts topped with an attractive combination of cheese, olives and jalapeno are sure to make you drool! The cheese melts upon baking, coating the other ingredients in a truly irresistible way. A dash of herbs adds to the appeal of the Cheese, Olive and Jalapeno Toast, by giving it ....
Aloo Paneer Matar Chaat
Recipe# 32936
01 May 21

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by Tarla Dalal
aloo paneer chaat matar recipe | chatpata aloo paneer chaat in 15 minutes | fried aloo paneer chaat | potato paneer chaat snack | 28 amazing images. aloo paneer chaat
Stuffed Mirchi Vada, Mirchi Bhajji
Recipe# 41158
03 Dec 23

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by Tarla Dalal
mirchi vada recipe | Indian stuffed mirchi bada | Rajasthani mirchi vada | mirchi bhajji | with 28 amazing images. mirchi vada recipe | Indian ....
Cheesy Corn Stuffed Jacket Potatoes
Recipe# 31013
27 Jul 08

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A cheese and corn topping that goes just as well with jacket potatoes as it does with bread. This serves as an interesting tea-time snack, and could also serve as a wholesome supper if served with soup and salad.
Fried Dosa Strips with Honey Chilli Sauce
Recipe# 41263
22 Nov 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
If you always thought dosas are only for breakfast, this recipe will make you think again about the versatility of this all-time favourite South Indian delicacy. In this mouth-watering treat, dosas are cut into strips, deep-fried till crisp, and served w ....
Pesto and Roasted Red Capsicum Bruschetta
Recipe# 41254
21 Nov 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer made of grilled bread brushed with butter or olive oil, and then topped with any veggies or sauces of your choice. In this irresistible version, the bruschetta is topped with pesto, a traditional sauce that is rich i ....
Olive Jalapeno and Sun Dried Tomato Mini Uttapa
Recipe# 41283
11 Oct 18

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Olives and jalapeno may not be the typical ingredients you would think of adding to an uttapa, but the outcome is wonderful! While you would normally add ingredients like olive, jalapeno and sun-dried tomato to pizzas and pastas, here we have perked up scrumptious mini uttapas with these ingredi ....
French Fries Topped with Pizza Sauce
Recipe# 41261
22 Nov 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
When dining out as a group, French Fries and Pizzas are amongst the first orders that come to our mind, thanks to the universal appeal of these dishes. Well, this truly innovative recipe brings together the best of both to make a wonderful starter that everybody will love. In this off-beat creat ....
French Fries in Barbeque Sauce
Recipe# 41253
21 Nov 16

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Watch French Fries transform into an exciting starter , with a little help from capsicum and barbeque sauce. The crunchy and mild spiciness of capsicum improves both the mouth-feel and taste of this dish, while a dash of barbeque sauce gives it a fab ....
Aloo Methi Tikki, Indian Aloo Methi Cutlet
Recipe# 32728
07 Jun 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
aloo methi tikki recipe | Indian aloo methi cutlet | potato fenugreek tikki | potato snack recipe | with 35 amazing images. aloo methi tikki recipe |
Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast
Recipe# 39886
14 Mar 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Tangy tomatoes, succulent paneer, fresh basil and perky green chillies, all in one flavourful Italian style spread, which sits perfectly atop a golden toast. Rich in nutrients, the Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Paneer and Basil Spread on Toast, is a snack that is sure to satiate your tummy and taste-buds. You ....
Paneer Bell Pepper Balls, Indian Healthy Starter
Recipe# 41235
25 Jan 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
paneer bell pepper balls recipe | healthy paneer capsicum balls | Indian cold starter | cottage cheese bell pepper balls | with 15 amazing images. paneer bell pepper bal ....
Mini Pesto Idlis with Olive Cream Cheese Dip
Recipe# 41240
16 Nov 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A totally off-beat use for idli batter! The Mini Pesto Idlis are made by combining idli batter with the famous Italian pesto sauce, made of basil, garlic and walnuts. The pesto sauce gives the mini idlis a nutty and herby taste, which we have perked up further with a dash of chilli flakes. T ....
Baby Corn Salt and Pepper
Recipe# 22747
21 Nov 12

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Succulently fresh baby corn, blanched and coated in a peppery batter, is deep-fried to perfection. To add to the thrills, the crisp corn is then stir-fried with zesty spring onions and pungent garlic, to make a flavour-rich starter that fits perfectly into an Oriental menu. Use only freshly roasted ....
Masoor Dal Tikki
Recipe# 39893
12 Oct 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
masoor dal tikki recipe | masoor dal vegetable tikki | healthy dal tikki with curd dip | with 46 amazing images. masoor dal tikki recipe is a very healthy and succulent snacks. Learn how to ....
Corn Bread Tartlets
Recipe# 1874
02 Dec 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
corn bread tartlets recipe | Indian style savoury corn tarts | cheesy corn bread tart | with 36 amazing images. corn bread tartlets is a delightful and savory dish that combines the baked b ....
Mushroom Snack
Recipe# 149
01 Jan 1900

 
 by Tarla Dalal
In this Mushroom Snack recipe the cream cracker biscuits are topped with mildly spiced, cheesy and creamy mushroom sauce and then baked. This baked Mushroom Snack, besides an impressive and irresistible snack is also enjoyable as an appetizer before ....
Vegetable Satay
Recipe# 1405
23 Nov 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Nothing can beat biting into a satay of succulent paneer pieces interspersed with crunchy veggies like onion and capsicum! But, it is possible to prepare these easily at home? In this innovative recipe, we have done away with the traditional technique of grilling, and prepared each Vegetable Satay o ....
Baked Cheese, Chutney and Mustard Roll
Recipe# 887
08 Oct 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
baked cheese chutney and mustard roll recipe | cheese chutney bread roll | mustard bread roll | with 20 amazing images. A quick appetizer when suddenly your guests arrive or as an evening snacks. Learn how to make
Paneer and Lettuce Rolls
Recipe# 32952
11 Jan 09

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Chopped paneer, bean sprouts and veggies are rolled up in small lettuce squares. While that is tempting in itself, the use of ginger and garlic further enhances the flavour of these nutrient dense wraps!
Papdi Potato and Kabuli Chana Chaat
Recipe# 1512
01 Dec 22

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 by Tarla Dalal
papdi potato chick pea chaat recipe | dahi papdi aloo kabuli chana chaat | Indian papdi potato chick pea chaat | with amazing 25 images. papdi potato chick pea chaat recipe is a variation ....
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