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Last Updated : Jan 26,2025



झटपट स्नॅकस् रेसिपी , झटपट स्टार्टस् रेसिपी - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Quick Snacks / Quick Starters recipes in Hindi)
ઝટ-પટ સ્નૅક્સ્ રેસીપી , ઝટ-પટ સ્ટાર્ટસ્ રેસીપી - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Quick Snacks / Quick Starters recipes in Gujarati)

Quick Snacks, Quick Starters

Quick Snacks, Quick Indian SandwichesQuick Indian snacks. Quick Indian starters.  Sandwiches are one of the most multifaceted snacks admired by people across all the age groups around the world. Transform your favorite bread into a delectable snack by stuffing with a combination of right fillings and spreads.

Schezwan Paneer Cold Sandwich
Schezwan Paneer Cold Sandwich

From elaborate sandwiches that make a wholesome meal to an easy, quick breakfast sandwich, from mini-open toasts or buns that make an amazing starter for parties to cold sandwiches that can be your travel/on the go meal.

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Just let your imagination run wild, and make a sandwich that is perfect for you!

Russian Salad Sandwich
Russian Salad Sandwich

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The combination of tangy pineapple with colorful vegetables and mayonnaise seasoned with salt and pepper to make Russian salad is not only easy to make but, also refreshing. Stuff this between buttered bread and relish the Russian salad sandwich. Also, you can use any vegetables available in your refrigerator and make a quick Vegetable Mayonnaise Sandwich. The hordes of crunchy vegetables will satiate when you are oh-so-hungry!

Vegetable Grill SandwichVegetable Grill Sandwich

Toss a myriad of vegetables with schezwan sauce and paneer to make an appetizing stuffing which is perked up with sour cream and turned into a peppy Schezwan Paneer Cold Sandwich.

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The stuffing of cold sandwiches can be made prior and kept refrigerated, so you can whip up these beauties in a few minutes. Also, you can make Rajma and Cheese Grilled Sandwich or Vegetable Grill Sandwich which are filling and quick to prepare. If you don’t have the patience to grill, you can simply toast a sandwich on tava to make Veg Tava Sandwich.

 Quick Sandwich Recipe, Veg Tawa Sandwich Recipe
Quick Sandwich Recipe, Veg Tawa Sandwich Recipe

Cheesy Corn and Onion Toast & Corn and Cheese Toast make up for an interesting party starter. We are sure it will garner you praises at a cocktail party, kids birthday party or any other occasion.

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The gooey cheese melts in the mouth and the interplay with vegetables like corn and onions imparts an amazing flavor and blend of textures. Laddi pav, a popular Indian bread that is generally served along with main dishes like pav bhaji or misal pav can be turned into delectable evening snacks like Cheesy Peri Peri Stuffed Pav, Stuffed Cheesy Schezuan Pav, Pav sandwich that is a treat that everyone will love.

Pav Sandwich, Masala Pav with Potatoes, Tomatoes and Onions
Pav Sandwich, Masala Pav with Potatoes, Tomatoes and Onions

The French bread (baguette) is an important part of the very popular ‘Subway’ sandwich. Also, you can slice them to make Italian Crostini / Bruschetta, an elegant looking crisped bread topped with attractive ingredients.

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Tomato and Paneer Open Toast made using cubes of tomato and cottage cheese marinated in herb oil takes a wink to prepare. Also, the Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart French Bread is an innovative snack that can be served as an accompaniment to soup or pasta or eaten as it is.

 Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart French BreadCheesy Garlic Pull Apart French Bread

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Quick Snacks post Work

Nutritious non-fried, steamed Spinach Dumplings, Whole Wheat Salad Wrap , Whole Wheat Vegetable Burger are some healthy snacks to binge on post work or school. Other than that, Chat Pati Frankies made by stuffing chapati with a myriad of vegetables and paneer, peppy Masala Chana, Masala French Fries, Corn and Cottage Cheese Tacos are some exciting snacking options.

 Whole Wheat Vegetable BurgerWhole Wheat Vegetable Burger

Crusty Potato Fingers coated with crushed corn-flakes and deep-fried to perfection, Nachos with Cheese topped with crispy capsicum , colorful sweet and spicy Pinwheel Sandwiches, Cheesy Noodle Vegetable Cutlet are some quick snacks which your kids will surely love.

 Cheesy Noodle Vegetable Cutlet ( Noodles Recipe )Cheesy Noodle Vegetable Cutlet ( Noodles Recipe )

Chilli Baby Corn, Chinese bhel, Veg Crispy, Vegetable Balls in Hot Garlic Sauce are some popular Indo-chinese starters loved by everyone. They can be made spicy depending upon your palate preference.

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Also, Indian flat pancakes like dosa, thalipeeth, chilla not only make for sumptuous breakfast but also, quick snacks when hunger strikes. Just mix together different flour, vegetables, pulses and create them in a jiffy. Carrot Dosa , Methi Thalipeeth, Sprouted Moong and Methi Chilas, Tomato Omelette, Sprouted Matki and Coriander Mini Uttapa are some amazing quick snacks to prepare.

Methi Thalipeeth, Maharashtrian Breakfast
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Quick Indian Dry Snacks

Who doesn’t like popcorn? Be it the sweet and crunchy caramel popcorn, freshly popped cheese and herbs popcorn or spiced sesame popcorn with an exciting garnish of grated cheese , they are loved by one and all. In movie theatres to sitcom marathons at home , popcorn is the perfect munchies for every occasion. Chivda, chakri, shakarpara, sev are not only an integral part of the Diwali faraal but also, popular jar snacks all over India. Combine poha with oats to make this crunchy Roasted Poha and Oats Chivda and store in an air-tight container. Relish it when hunger strikes.

Roasted Poha and Oats ChivdaRoasted Poha and Oats Chivda

Quick Starters, Indian

Tikki, kebab and tandoori delicacies are some starters that no one can resist! The combination of various spices and vegetables to make tongue-tickling flavoured and textured starters take hardly any time to cook.

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You can either deep-fry or shallow fry tikki and kebabs, tandoori delicacies can be made in an oven or gas tandoor. Also, you can drizzle some dahi and chutney to turn tikki into sumptuous chaats.

Bhel PuriBhel Puri

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Chaats are delightful savory snacks made by combining an assortment of ingredients like chopped vegetables, curd, chutneys, papdis, sev, tikkis and can be limited only by your imagination. It can be as simple as the Bhel Puri, sizzling as Tava Chana, healthy like the Non Fried Pakodi Chaat, chatpata like the Aloo Paneer Mutter Chaat and so on. Combine and create lip-smacking , light quick snack taking inspiration from our Chaat, Bhel and more recipes

 Aloo Paneer Chaat
Aloo Paneer Chaat

Tandoori delights like Pahadi paneer tikka or Mushroom and Capsicum Tikka make for a lip-smacking cocktail party or a peppy appetizer before meals. Finger foods like Malai Paneer Chilli Flake Balls are quick and easy to make. There is no fuss, you just have to mix and shape them into balls to create magical cold starters.

Mushroom and Capsicum Tikka
Mushroom and Capsicum Tikka

Also, you can mix an array of ingredients to whip up similar simple starters like Malai Paneer Mixed Herb Balls, Malai Paneer Mixed Sesame Seed Balls, Malai Paneer Bell Pepper Balls. Apart from that, Stuffed Veg Mushrooms with Paneer and Stuffed Potatoes with Paneer are delectable starters. The mildly spiced soft paneer in the inside with not so crispy mushroom and poatatoes is a blast of flavours.

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Sesame Rolls ( Paneer Snacks )
Recipe# 32959
11 Jan 09

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A five-star hit with kids! the combination of cottage cheese and cream results in a truly luscious spread, which none can resist. Serve these rolls plain, lightly toasted or grilled.
Whole Wheat Vegetable Cheela, Atte ka Cheela
Recipe# 41367
15 Mar 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
whole wheat vegetable cheela recipe | atte ka cheela | atte ka uttapam | instant atte ka chilla | with 18 amazing images. whole wheat vegetable cheela recipe |
Suhaali
Recipe# 3921
19 Apr 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Suhaalis were traditionally made for weddings and special occasions like Holi, Diwali etc. Today however, they are available throughout the year at “namkeen shops”. These crisp tea-time delights can also be relished with a cup of hot masala tea or a dollop of mango pickle for a quick snack.
Chatpata Popcorn ( Tiffin Treats)
Recipe# 40348
02 Oct 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Name a kid who doesn’t like popcorn! This evergreen kids’ favourite is now made more snazzy by the addition of turmeric and chilli powder along with chaat masala too. A vibrantly-coloured and attractively-flavoured treat, the Chatpata Popcorn is sure to be loved by kids on any occasion, be it at a p ....
Savoury Peas Parathas ( Parathas )
Recipe# 37754
08 Mar 11

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
People coming over for high-tea? these savory parathas in a smaller size will make an ideal snack. Peas and spices are pureed and mixed into a stiff dough and flattened into small parathas and cooked. They taste fabulous as is, with no accompaniment. Go ahead and indulge!
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
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 ....
Nutritious Burger
Recipe# 7454
12 Apr 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
With vegetable dressing and brown bread buns, here’s presenting Nutritious Burger, a hearty all-in-one fare. The potato tikkis have been substituted with soya tikkis as the chemical “choline” in it helps to control diabetes and prevent nerve damage.
Whole Wheat Salad Wrap, Healthy Wrap
Recipe# 32677
23 Dec 13

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 by Tarla Dalal
I love this one because it is simple and nutritious! This no-fuss wrap is rich in anti-oxidant rich veggies like tomatoes, spring onions, carrots, bean sprouts and lettuce that help reverse ageing. Not only is this wrap nutritious, it is also luscious due to presence of fresh herbs like coriande ....
Crispy Puri Topped with Masala Aloo
Recipe# 41262
04 Feb 19

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 by Tarla Dalal
Here is a tongue-tickling treat the brings back sweet memories of chaat and roadside food! Crispy Puri topped with Masala Aloo pleases your palate with sheer variety – in texture and taste. The crispness of the puris is a sheer contrast to the succulence of the potato mixture, which is spiced up ....
Paneer Chilli Flake Balls, Healthy Cold Indian Snack
Recipe# 41232
12 Aug 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
paneer chilli flake balls recipe | healthy malai paneer chilli flake balls | healthy cold starter | cottage cheese chilli flake balls | with 15 amazing images. paneer ch ....
Paneer Sesame Balls, Healthy Indian Snack
Recipe# 41234
24 Sep 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
paneer sesame balls recipe | healthy paneer balls with sesame seeds | cottage cheese sesame seeds balls Indian snack | cold starter | with 16 amazing images. paneer sesa ....
Kand Wafers
Recipe# 32541
24 Jan 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
kand wafers recipe | kand chips | purple yam chips for vrat upvas | salted kand wafer | with 11 amazing images. kand wafers is an upvas dry snack recipe relished ....
Corn Tomato and Cheese Toast, Indian Corn Toast
Recipe# 39123
29 Dec 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
corn tomato and cheese toast recipe | Indian corn toast | masala cheese corn toast | with 23 amazing images. corn tomato and cheese toast recipe | Indian corn toast
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
Threaded Paneer Rolls ( Paneer Snacks )
Recipe# 32966
28 Nov 23

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
threaded paneer recipe | crispy thread paneer | threaded paneer rolls | with 25 amazing images. threaded paneer is a type of Indo Chinese starter or a snack recipe. A deep-fried crispy snac ....
Stuffed Veg Mushrooms with Paneer
Recipe# 32935
11 Jan 09

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
A scrumptious snack with an exotic feel, the Stuffed Veg Mushrooms with Paneer features large mushrooms stuffed with a mouth-watering mixture of cottage cheese and assorted veggies flavoured with myriad taste-givers like onions, garlic, green chillies and spice powders. Cooked easily and simpl ....
Crusty Potato Fingers ( Mexican Recipe)
Recipe# 1245
21 Jan 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
An extraordinarily crisp starter, perfect for a Mexican meal! In fact, when you dip this spice-packed snack into the cup of salsa and pop it into your mouth, you will be in doubt as to whether the salsa makes the Crusty Potato Fingers exciting or the other way ro ....
Sizzling Pineapple Satay ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35028
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Juicy pineapple pieces are sizzled with simple spices and sautéed to result in a very peppy satay that is also healthy. Moreover, pineapple is a fruit found almost throughout the year, so this dish can be relished any time. Serve immediately to prevent them from becoming watery.
Sizzling Mushrooms
Recipe# 37213
06 Jun 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
A treat for all mushroom lovers! slices of bread topped with a succulent mushroom stir-fry with onions and tomatoes, and spiced up with chilli flakes. . . What more can one ask for! oregano imparts an italian touch to this snack, which has been sautéed in a non-stick pan to cut down on the oil used ....
Mushroom and Tomato Snack
Recipe# 1426
23 Nov 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Mushroom and Tomato Snack, a treat for all mushroom lovers! Slices of whole wheat bread topped with a succulent mushroom stir-fry with onions and tomatoes, and spiced up with red chilli flakes. . . What more can one ask for! Oregano imparts an Italian touch to this snack, which has been sautéed in a ....
Cheesy Onion and Chilli Toast
Recipe# 2356
20 Sep 21

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by Tarla Dalal
cheesy onion and chilli toast | Indian onion and cheese chilli brown bread toast | with amazing 11 images. Rainy day and want to prepare something really luscious for your family to enjoy the weather? We have got a perfect recipe for such a d ....
Cucumber Pancakes
Recipe# 33110
29 Jan 25

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 by Tarla Dalal
cucumber pancakes recipe | Indian savoury cucumber pancakes | cucumber chilla | cucumber thalipeeth | with 16 amazing images. cucumber pancakes is an Indian snack ....
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