This category has been viewed 3218792 times

 Course >
2181

Starters / Snacks recipes


Last Updated : Oct 25,2024



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.

{ad1}

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.

{ad2}


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.

{ad3}

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. 

{ad4}


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.

{ad5}

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.

{ad6}

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.

{ad7}

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?! 

{ad8}

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


Show only recipe names containing:
  



Baked Soya Puris
Recipe# 39884
19 Apr 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
baked soya puris recipe | soya til crispies | healthy soya baked sesame seeds puris | with 20 amazing images. baked soya puris is a healthy snack made from soya flour and kala til. Learn to ....
Masala Roti
Recipe# 22405
08 Aug 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
masala roti recipe | masala paratha | healthy spicy Indian flat bread | masala thepla | with 26 amazing images. masala roti is perfect for a healthy Indian breakf ....
Spicy Tava Idli Or How To Make Spicy Tava Idli Recipe
Recipe# 22653
06 Apr 20

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
spicy tava idli | restaurant style tava idli | tawa idli recipe | spicy tava idli made with left over idlis | with 20 amazing images. spicy tava idli is a popular restaurant style tava id ....
Pizza Margherita, Thin Crust Veg Pizza
Recipe# 4091
24 Jun 20

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
Pizza is a fast food that leaves lot of room for your creativity! Topped with veggies and sauces, you can have it just the way you like it. However, there are times when you wish for a simple, cheesy pizza with minimal ingredients. The Pizza Margherita comes in handy at such times. A soft crus ....
Chocolate Pizza
Recipe# 39709
12 Jul 24

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
chocolate pizza recipe | Indian style chocolate pizza | how to make chocolate pizza at home | chocolate dessert | with 27 amazing images. Indian style chocolate pizza
Cheesy Carrot and Celery Cigars
Recipe# 4999
17 May 18

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
An exciting snack with a clearly Oriental touch, the Cheesy Carrot and Celery Cigars will make an excellent starter, served simply with chilli sauce. The ingredients filling the cigars are very well planned, so that they work together to excite the taste buds! While soy sauce gives it an inimitable ....
Sweet Potato and Sesame Croquettes
Recipe# 444
26 Nov 13

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Serve it as a snack with tea or as a starter at a party, in any case these Sweet Potato and Sesame Croquettes will vanish within seconds of being placed on the table! Whether it is the crispy texture of this snack, the appetizing aroma of roasted sesame, the succulent mouth-feel of mashed potatoes, ....
Chinese Style Fried Capsicum
Recipe# 33077
23 Aug 12

  This recipe has an associated video
 
by Tarla Dalal
Chinese Style Fried capsicum, typically capsicum is used in Chinese sauces or as juliennes in noodles and fried rice. Next time, try the fried capsicum, it is a unique way of serving capsicum and will be enjoyed by your loved ones. You could also use other crunchy vegetables like baby corn or even a ....
Corn Capsicum Roll, Cheese Corn Bread Roll
Recipe# 37150
10 Jun 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
corn capsicum roll recipe | Indian corn cheese capsicum roll | cheese corn bread roll | Mexican starter | with 29 amazing images. corn capsicum roll recipe |
Feta and Pineapple Sandwich
Recipe# 5230
11 Jan 11

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Pineapple and cheese are an evergreen combo. Just two slices of pineapple sandwiched with a slice of cheese makes a lovely snack, which everybody loves to enjoy when pineapples are in season. This Feta and Pineapple Sandwich is a more exotic and filling snack, which makes use of this all-time fa ....
Dieter’s Pizza
Recipe# 4067
07 Jul 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
This Dieter’s Pizza could be just what you were waiting for. Just as mouth-wateringly delicious as any other pizza , but with less than half the usual calories, this recipe replaces cheese with low-fat cream cheese made using low-fat paneer and milk ....
Rasawala Dhokla ( Gujarati Recipe)
Recipe# 548
22 Feb 23

  This recipe has an associated video
 
by Tarla Dalal
rasawala dhokla recipe | Gujarati style rasawala dhokla | khaman dhokla in rasa | with amazing 35 images. If you have enough dhoklas on hand, then this delectable one-dish meal can be prepared quite fast!
Nutritious Mini Pizza
Recipe# 1440
11 Sep 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Now is the time to wipe off the misconception that tasty pizzas are unhealthy, and healthy pizzas are never tasty! This recipe transforms the international favourite into a healthful snack by using whole wheat flour instead of maida to create the base, and replacing cheese with an innovative low-fat ....
Garlic Onion and Cheese Pizza
Recipe# 38871
24 Nov 14

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
An off-beat pizza in which garlic dominates the topping. Garlic sauce is often used in the preparation of pizzas and sometimes even served as an accompaniment with bread and pizzas. However, here chopped garlic combined with onion, cottage cheese and herbs makes up the irresistible topping. The Garl ....
Baked Potato Wedges
Recipe# 22715
30 Dec 23

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
baked potato wedges recipe | Indian style baked potato wedges | crispy garlicky baked potato wedges | with 21 amazing images. baked potato wedges recipe are a simple yet delightful dish tha ....
Phudina Gobi
Recipe# 5657
14 Mar 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
The famous Phudina Aloo needs no introduction. An extremely most popular starter, it is well-known for its irresistible flavour and also notorious for the amount of starch in it. Here, we have tweaked this favourite recipe to make use of healthy cauliflower instead of potatoes. Phudina Gobi makes an ....
Palak Methi Dumplings
Recipe# 38752
30 Sep 22

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
palak methi dumplings recipe | palak methi na muthia | steamed palak methi dumplings | healthy Indian dumplings | with 20 amazing images. palak methi dumplings is ....
Stuffed Chilla Recipe, Healthy Sprouts Besan Cheela
Recipe# 31074
18 Apr 22

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
stuffed chilla recipe | healthy sprouts stuffed besan cheela | Indian stuffed besan chilla | healthy chila snack | with 43 amazing images. stuffed chilla recipe | ....
Baked Masala Puri for Chaat, Sev Puri
Recipe# 1431
02 Jun 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
baked masala puri recipe | baked spicy puri | baked puri for sev puri | healthy Indian jar snack | with 30 amazing images. baked masala puri recipe |
Chatpata Sprouts On Crispy Potatoes
Recipe# 31023
05 Jun 09

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
While the very thought that it is healthy is enough to consume sprouts regularly, the ability to transform it into interesting dishes makes the experience more enjoyable. With creations like chatpata sprouts on crispy potatoes, your family will actually start looking forward to ‘sprouts time’. Here, ....
Stir Fried Water Chestnuts
Recipe# 36694
12 May 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
stir fried water chestnuts recipe | healthy water chestnut stir fry | garlic water chestnut stir fry | Indian fresh water chestnut stir fry is a quick fix fare which is sure to appease you wit ....
Chick Pea and Soya Tikkis ( Healthy Heart Recipe)
Recipe# 5544
07 Sep 23

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
kabuli chana soya tikki recipe | non fried soya cutlet | healthy weight loss tikki | with 38 amazing images. kabuli chana soya tikki recipe | non fried soya cutlet
Baked Tortilla Chips with Tomato Bean Salsa
Recipe# 38626
23 Sep 19

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
This healthier version of nachos will be any weight watchers delight. With as little as around 100 calories per serving you’ll surely not miss the real thing. Remember it’s an occasional treat only. Crispy baked tortilla chips and the tangy calcium rich tomato bean salsa make for a yummy, healthy tr ....
Onion, Tomato and Cheese Open Toast
Recipe# 5238
19 Apr 22

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
onion tomato and cheese open toast recipe | 10 minute sandwich | crunchy onion tomato toast | Indian open toasted sandwich | with 20 amazing images. onion tomato and che ....
Subscribe to the free food mailer

Soya

Missed out on our mailers?
Our mailers are now online!

View Mailer Archive

Privacy Policy: We never give away your email

REGISTER NOW If you are a new user.
Or Sign In here, if you are an existing member.

Login Name
Password

Forgot Login / Passowrd?Click here

If your Gmail or Facebook email id is registered with Tarladalal.com, the accounts will be merged. If the respective id is not registered, a new Tarladalal.com account will be created.

Click OK to sign out from tarladalal.
For security reasons (specially on shared computers), proceed to Google and sign out from your Google account.

Are you sure you want to delete this review ?

Starters / Snacks
5
 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.
| Hide Replies
Tarla Dalal    Thank you for your kind words. Please keep trying more recipes and sharing your comments with us.
Reply
05 Mar 21 09:03 PM
Starters / Snacks
5
 on 21 Jan 19 08:14 PM


Thank you. This article is mind-blowing. I really enjoyed it.
| Hide Replies
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!
Reply
22 Jan 19 09:19 AM
Starters / Snacks
5
 on 04 Jan 18 11:36 PM


Nice mujhe tandoor ki aur new stater ke bare me bataiye
| Hide Replies
Tarla Dalal    Hi Harpal, Here are all tandoor recipes for you.. https://www.tarladalal.com/RecipeSearch.aspx?rec=1&term=tandoor
Reply
05 Jan 18 09:27 AM
Starters / Snacks
5
 on 04 Jan 18 11:32 PM