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स्टार्टस् रेसिपी, नाश्ते रेसिपी - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Starters / Snacks recipes in Hindi)
સ્ટાર્ટસ્ રેસિપિ, નાસ્તા રેસિપિ - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Starters / Snacks recipes in Gujarati)

Indian Starter Recipes, Indian Snacks, Veg snacks

Indian starter recipes, Indian snack recipes collection. Cutlet, Pakora, Vada, many types of kebabs and rolls are deep-fried to perfection and make for an irresistible snack. Deep-frying has been an indulgence that none can resist! Be it for evening snacks or starter for a three, five-course meal, these crunchy snacks are truly fantastic.

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Cutlets can be made using a wide range of vegetables, chopped, boiled and mixed with spices, bounded by cornflour, plain flour or bread slices, sometimes coated with breadcrumbs/semolina to give a crisp texture and finally relished with ketchup and chutney.

Makai Galouti KebabMakai Galouti Kebab

You can shape them round, cylindrical or heart-shaped. In other places, it is known as Veg Patty and is used to make burgers and other snacks. From crunchy Bread Cutlets or mouth-watering, multi-textured Corn Cheese Balls, Papad Potato Roll to authentic Indian starters like Hara Bhara Koftas, Makai Galouti Kebab, Fried Vegetable Balls to fusion, innovative starters like Biryani Aranchini Balls, Veg Samosa Pinwheels, Crispy Cones Stuffed with Potatoes makes an exciting addition to your starters platter during special occasions and parties.

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Veg Indian Snacks Recipes

Chaats are delightful savory snacks made by combining a wide range of ingredients like chopped vegetables, chutneys, papdis, sev, tikkis and can be limited only by your imagination. If you have all the things ready, then Indian chaat recipes like bhelpuri, sev puri, pani puri take hardly any time to assemble & serve.

Bhel Puri
Bhel Puri

Healthy Mini Beetroot Tikki made with a blend of common spices and everyday ingredients emerge into an irresistible snack. Also, this Hariyali Soya Puris made with the goodness of methi leaves and soya flour are full of nutrients and offer an energy boost just when you need it.

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Bread Snacks, Indian starters using bread

Baked Bhakarwadi, Healthy Jar SnackBaked Bhakarwadi, Healthy Jar Snack

The best part about most open toasts is the melted gooey cheese. This simple Cheese Garlic Bread and Cheesy Onion and Chilli Toast made using a handful of ingredients are amazing snacking options. The combination of molten cheese, spiky spices and rich butter with crisp bread slices is indeed a magical experience for the taste buds. 

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Rolls as Starters,Indian Rolls as Snacks

Potato and Corn RollsPotato and Corn Rolls

Rolls are perfect on-the-go meals. Just stuff a chapatti/tortilla with a stuffing of your choice, perk up with spreads and sauces, grate some cheese, sprinkle some spices and your tasty snack is ready! Glance through our section to find some of the world’s most exciting Rolls, ranging from the Chapati Rolls Stuffed with Spicy Potatoes and Paneer Tikka Kathi Roll to Rice Wrapper Vegetable Rolls with Sweet Sauce, Mexican Kebab Roll

Tandoori Barbeque Starters

Barbeque Sundays are not only a thing in western countries but barbequed appetizers are loved in India too. Tandoori paneer, vegetables skewered and marinated to make a wide range of Indian starters like Achaari Paneer Tikkas, Mexican Kebab, Paneer Tikka are famous in most restaurants. Seekh Kebab is another classic recipe that is traditionally made using minced meat. But, Veg Seekh kebab made with masoor dal and vegetables is another treat to the palate.

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Achaari Paneer TikkasAchaari Paneer Tikkas

Baked Indian Snacks

Baking is a healthy cooking method as compared to deep-frying. Make scrumptious snack like Baked Puri and then binge on your favorite chaats guilt-free. Also, these baked kale chips are not only crisp, but also, healthy and addictive. Simply tossed in olive oil and sea salt you can even enhance them by adding garlic powder, smoked paprika to make spiced kale chips.

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Often when we are at work, we crave for munchies in the evening and eat whatever we find, many of us have also given upon this simple pleasure of having dry snacks due to health concerns. Try Baked Methi Mathri, Baked Bhakarwadi, Multi Flour Chakli which is healthy and equally tasty. Bake them in bulk and store it in an airtight jar and enjoy it whenever you wish.

Baked Kale Chips
Baked Kale Chips

Apart from the mainstream loaves of bread, biscuits and cakes, try your hands on these innovative baked delights like Mini Pizza Cups. Who doesn’t love pizza? This mini pizza made in muffin moulds is nothing but pizza cups made by lining with pizza dough and baked with a topping of creamy white sauce based veggie-packed mixture, pizza sauce, seasonings and of course, cheese.

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You can make Veg Stuffed Cheesy Pizza Balls that greets you with an appetizing cheesy outer surface, which gradually gives way to succulent buns, with umpteen delightful ingredients at its core. Every time I visit a cake shop , I make sure my shopping bag is filled with enough puffs and pastries, the classic veg puff is indeed one of my favorite.

International Snacks from around the world

From simple French fry to complex fried delights such as Risotto Balls, Mozzarella sticks crispy treats span an array of ingredients and coatings. Some coatings are thick like a batter, while others are light and extra crispy. So, whatever crunch level you’re looking for, here are some great deep-fried snacks to try at home. Go to your subziwala and ask for Talegaon potatoes (for people residing in Maharashtra) or potatoes with a higher starch content popularly known as french fries potatoes, chip potatoes and make everyone’s favorite French Fries.

Cheesy Baked Zucchini FriesCheesy Baked Zucchini Fries

Use various ingredients from your pantry to create innovative French Fries Topped with Pizza Sauce, Mexican French Fries, French Fries in Barbeque Sauce or Masala French Fries. Serve them immediately on preparation while the Fries are still crisp. These fries taste lovely as they are and also make an exciting accompaniment to Burgers. The best alternatives to french fries are these Cheesy Baked Zucchini FriesOven Baked Pumpkin Fries or Baked Sweet Potato Fries that are crisp on the outside, soft inside, and nicely flavoured. What more can you ask for?! 

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Croquette is extremely appetizing small, breadcrumbs coated, deep- fried roll containing the main ingredient, mashed potatoes or ground meat. You can make different varieties like Corn Croquettes, Aloo Cheese Croquettes, Paneer and Corn Croquettes and even transform them into sumptuous Paneer Aloo Croquette Salad Wrap.

If your family loves the middle-eastern cuisine, then try this authentic Lebanese Falafel Stuffed in Pita Bread, scrumptious deep-fried kabuli chana batter ‘bullets’ stuffed in a pita pocket with dressing and vegetables tastes exotic as well as tastes exotic as well as makes for a perfect party starter.

Spring Rolls, Chinese Veg Spring Roll RecipeSpring Rolls, Chinese Veg Spring Roll Recipe

Chinese starters, with their crisp textures, fiery flavours and tempting aromas, are best suited to start a meal on a high note! Authentic Spring rolls with saucy vegetables taste best with schezwan sauce. Also, this unique, innovative Chinese Pakoras made with a mixture of vegetables and flours enhanced with green chillies, ginger and garlic in appropriate forms, makes a mouth-wateringly spicy snack. Also, Guacamole Onion Rings, Crispy Lotus Stem Honey Chilli, Risotto Balls with Pizza Sauce are some other delectable international snacks.

Enjoy our starter recipes, snack recipes collection and other starter snack recipes below. 

Baked Snacks Recipes
Barbeque Recipes
Biscuit Recipes
Bread Snack Recipes
Chaat Recipes
Cheese Recipes
Cutlets Recipes
Deep-fried Starters Recipes
Evening Tea Snacks Recipes
Jain Snacks Recipes


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Badam Aur Arbi Ke Kebab ( Kebabs and Tikkis Recipes)
Recipe# 32714
16 May 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A most unusual combination of ingredients blooms into a memorable starter, which is sure to become the centre of attraction at your party. Cooked and mashed colocasia is combined with a rich almond paste and other flavourful ingredients, and grilled till perfectly golden brown all over. You are sure ....
Peri Peri  Potato Chips
Recipe# 41185
17 Nov 16

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by Tarla Dalal
Peri peri or piri piri is a fiery variety of chilli pepper also known as the African bird’s eye chilli! It is combined with other spices and herbs to make the famous Peri Peri Sauce and Peri Peri Spice Mix. In this tongue-tickling recipe, we have deep-fried potato slices and tossed them with lip ....
Burmese Samosa Curry Soup
Recipe# 41187
15 Oct 16

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
The Burmese Samosa Curry Soup involves a bit of effort and time, but it is completely worth the effort because every spoonful is nothing short of bliss! The Burmese Curry Soup is a classic Oriental soup with hints of ginger, garlic, whole spices and of course, coconut milk. A base of curds and b ....
Pizza Puff, Pizza Stuffing in A Bread
Recipe# 41193
30 Dec 22

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 by Tarla Dalal
pizza puff recipe | bread pizza puff | cheesy bread pockets | with 25 amazing images. Looking for a super quick and easy snack recipe? We have one of the quickest recipe which is pizza puff ....
Instant Vegetable Rava Idli with Coconut Chutney
Recipe# 33104
13 Dec 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
instant veg rava idli recipe | vegetable rava idli with coconut chutney | Indian vegetable suji idli for breakfast | instant semolina idli | with 60 amazing images. inst ....
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 ....
Eggless Coconut Cookies, Coconut Biscuit
Recipe# 2531
22 Apr 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
eggless coconut cookies recipe | Indian style coconut biscuits | chewy coconut cookies with desiccated coconut | no egg coconut cookies | with 22 amazing images. eggless ....
Lehsuni Matki Palak Tikki, Healthy Matki Tikki
Recipe# 39881
04 Dec 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
lehsuni matki palak tikki recipe | healthy matki tikki for weight loss | Indian matki cutlet | matki che vade | with 36 amazing images. lehsuni matki palak tikki recipe< ....
Mini Raisin Muffins
Recipe# 30849
16 May 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Homemade muffins are nutritious and can easily satisfy the craving for sweets, without all the calories of a frosted cake. Oats and raisins further add their goodness making these muffins a healthy treat for little brains. These muffins are sure to ward off all the stress your little one goes throug ....
Farali Pahadi Tikka, Upvas Paneer Tikka
Recipe# 32550
02 Apr 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
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farali pahadi tikka recipe | paneer, sweet potato, potatoes fasting tikka | ekadashi vrat upvas tikka | vrat, upwas or fasts | with 20 amazing images. farali pahadi tikk ....
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 ....
Vegetable Satay with Peanut Sauce, Protein Rich Recipes
Recipe# 33257
12 Mar 09

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Vegetable satay with peanut sauce, protein-rich peanuts make a saucy but tasty appearance in this dish. However, remember that peanuts can also be fattening if not consumed judiciously! Enjoy these nutritious satays in more ways than one – by making varied veggie combos as per your choice.
Sev Puri, Chatpata Snack
Recipe# 4096
22 Sep 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Tangy, crisp and tongue-tickling are the first words that come to mind when one thinks of this chat-pata snack. An arrangement of puris or papdis loaded with potatoes and chutneys, garnished with crispy sev and peppy coriander, Sev Puri is a snack worth many accolades! A steady stream of prais ....
Crunchy Mini Potato Pancake
Recipe# 39309
15 Jun 14

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Easy methods, common ingredients, fast preparation, perfect texture, great taste, enough nutrients – the Crunchy Mini Potato Pancake has all that is takes to make your morning! With potatoes and peanuts for energy, and coriander and chillies for taste, these pancakes are great for breakfast but can ....
Kapi Cho Potatoes
Recipe# 4130
23 Aug 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Kapi cho potatoes are a yummy treat for potato lovers. A recipe of Indo-Chinese origin, this sweet-sour dish can be passed around as finger food, or served as a main dish while dinner. It is easy to make, and probably can be described as french fries tossed in Chines ....
Paneer and Spring Onion Wrap
Recipe# 5660
14 Mar 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Sumptuous rotis made of whole wheat and soya flours are stuffed with a smashing combo of low-fat paneer, spring onions and capsicum. The combination of ingredients is so thoughtful that every bite of this wrap is soft and juicy despite not using any sauce. Full of calcium, the Paneer and Spring Onio ....
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.
Fried Arbi, Sukhi Arbi Fry
Recipe# 3872
09 Jun 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
fried arbi recipe | chatpata arbi sabzi | sukhi Rajasthani arbi fry | colocasia fry | taro fry | with 25 amazing images. fried arbi recipe
Whole Wheat Vegetable Tartlets
Recipe# 808
19 Sep 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
savoury whole wheat tart recipe | Indian style vegetable bread tart | savoury whole wheat tart | with 30 amazing images. These Indian style vegetable bread tarts make for a perfect appetize ....
Potato Bhakarwadi
Recipe# 523
30 Oct 15

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 by Tarla Dalal
The famous Maharashtrian savoury snack takes on a new dimension in this innovative recipe. Potato Bhakarwadi is a modified version of the traditional savoury, with a layer of mashed potato between the flour dough and spicy coconut mixture. This new la ....
Curried Corn Open Roll
Recipe# 2543
30 Oct 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
An innovative filling of curried sweet corn bound together by milk thickened with bread, adds immense value to simple hot dog rolls. Baked with a topping of cheese, the Curried Corn Open Roll is a visual treat, perfect to be served at garden parties. It is interesting to note that the br ....
Corn and Dill Canapés
Recipe# 515
14 Sep 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Pleasantly-flavoured sweet corn and peppy dill are a match made in heaven! Held together by a luscious sauce of milk and plain flour, you get a succulent filling for dainty canapés. The Corn and Dill Canapé gets all the more exciting with a garnish of cheese and a topping of hot and sweet sauc ....
Almond Biscuits
Recipe# 41059
01 Sep 18

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Nothing to beat the kick of serving homemade biscuits with tea, especially if it is a choice as popular as Almond Biscuits! Indeed, the aroma of Almond Biscuits baking in the oven is enough to make your whole family assemble in the kitchen for their share. These melt-in-the-mouth biscuits with ....
Baby Corn Hara Masala ( Microwave Recipe)
Recipe# 2745
14 Nov 11

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A peppy hara masala that combines coriander with pungent add-ons like ginger, garlic and green chillies, converts the mildly-flavoured baby corn into a true tongue-tickler. This scrumptious Baby Corn Hara Masala is quite easy to prepare using the microwave oven, and pretty fast too. It takes jus ....
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 on 05 Mar 21 05:34 PM


i tried tandoori barbeque starter and finally got the output . in this article provide valuable content for more information on vegetarian indian starters.
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Tarla Dalal    Thank you for your kind words. Please keep trying more recipes and sharing your comments with us.
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05 Mar 21 09:03 PM
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 on 21 Jan 19 08:14 PM


Thank you. This article is mind-blowing. I really enjoyed it.
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Tarla Dalal    Hi Prashant, Thank you so much for your kind words. Do try the recipes from our website and share with us your thoughts about the same. Happy Cooking!
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22 Jan 19 09:19 AM
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 on 04 Jan 18 11:36 PM


Nice mujhe tandoor ki aur new stater ke bare me bataiye
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Tarla Dalal    Hi Harpal, Here are all tandoor recipes for you.. https://www.tarladalal.com/RecipeSearch.aspx?rec=1&term=tandoor
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05 Jan 18 09:27 AM
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 on 04 Jan 18 11:32 PM