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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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Spicy Paneer Fritters
Recipe# 38071
01 Jan 1900

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Fresh, soft paneer is mashed with onions, garlic, chilli powder, tomato ketchup and cornflour and shaped into tiny cylinders these are coated with samosa strips and deep fried for a delicious snack.
Rajgira Paratha Canape, Gluten Free Recipe
Recipe# 38640
30 Mar 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Canapés are amongst the most favourite appetizers all over the world. They usually comprise three parts – the base, the topping and the garnish. In this absolutely novel recipe, mini parathas made of rajgira atta have been used as the base, topped with tongue-tickling aloo subzi. The Rajgira Paratha ....
Nacho Stir-fry ( Healthy Diabetic Recipe )
Recipe# 33646
20 Aug 08

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A grand favourite with everyone, these chips can be conveniently made in advance and had with salsa… or you can go for quick stir-fry nachos like this. Since cheesy nachos are a no-no for diabetics, I have added value to the nachos by stir-frying with nutritious vegetables. You will no longer ....
Corn and Spinach Cream Cracker Snack, Diabetic Friendly Recipe
Recipe# 33697
20 Aug 08

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Popeye the sailor could never do without a dose of spinach. You too can experience the magic of this super ingredient in this dish. It is a sure-shot hit at cocktail parties as well! Cream crackers are lower in calories and hence good for diabetics – they are infinitely better than biscuits made ....
Cheesy Potato Baskets ( Finger Foods for Kids )
Recipe# 33614
26 Apr 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Pretty potato baskets filled with a tangy rajma filling makes interesting finger food. Baked with cheese on top, they look irresistible and taste yummy when served hot. A filling snack that comes packed with carbohydrates and proteins.
Hara Kebab ( Eat Well Stay Well Recipes )
Recipe# 33469
01 Jan 1900

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Hara kebab, a simple, stamina-boosting kebab of paneer and green peas that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Those who are health conscious can use low-fat paneer. I have already used less amount of oil to cook them. Apart from paneer, green peas is also a storehouse of nutrients like protein a ....
Herbed Cucumber Slices ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 34735
14 Aug 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
The all-time favourite indian cooler, cucumber, is topped with flavoured lebanese hummus. An innovative and irresistible way to relish the healthy cucumber, this snack can be had at any time of the day.
Vegetarian Sushi with Peanut Wasabi Sauce ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 34737
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Let us borrow some ideas from japanese cuisine! this healthy version of sushi is loaded with paneer, spinach, carrots, baby corn, capsicum and cucumber. Really a vitamin and mineral rich treat! make sure you roll each spinach leaf carefully so that it doesn’t break.
Vegetable Handva ( Microwave Recipe)
Recipe# 34558
22 Feb 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
This easy handva can be served in just a few minutes. While the bottle gourd and curds, add health and taste to convenience.
Makai Patwadi ( Microwave Recipe)
Recipe# 34560
22 Feb 13

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Try this interesting ‘re-mix’ of traditional patwadi with scrumptious sweet corn, bengal gram flour and everyday spices, made quickly and easily in the microwave.
Charmoula Vegetable Satay ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35032
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A colourful selection of fresh and nutritious veggies is steeped in the charmoula marinade (of algerian and moroccan origin) and crisped to perfection. Make sure you make the marinade right, since that is the highlight of this recipe.
Crispy Vegetables In Barbeque  ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35029
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
The strappingly sweet and spicy flavour of the barbeque sauce dominates this crispy and colorful veggie starter, making it just perfect for a winter's evening spent with a warm group of friends. Not to forgotthe low-cal nature of this healthy appetiser!
Spicy Baby Corn Satay ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35027
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
The sweetness of the baby corn is complemented well by the spicy marinade in this luscious and easy-to-make starter. This satay is a great match even for dieters, since it is rich in fibre and calcium but low in calories.
Open Carrot Sandwich ( Healthy Starter Recipe)
Recipe# 35013
11 Sep 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A zesty and healthy topping of low-fat paneer and colourful vegetables makes this a scrumptious starter. Only 60 calories per sandwich, this is a nourishing starter to begin a healthy fare.
Toasts with Pineapple Dip ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35016
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Tangy toasts that will make you do a tango! pineapple and mint leaves are tinged with orange juice and spiced up with garlic and chilli powders, in this super-healthy treat.
Mushroom Croustadas ( Healthy Starter Recipe )
Recipe# 35018
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Lose yourself in this low-cal caribbean starter of wheat buns stuffed with a striking combo of mushrooms and spring onions. Though made of very simple ingredients, the outcome tastes amazing and healthy, with ample iron, fibre and vitamin c.
Pav Bhaji Dhokla ( Non- Fried Snacks )
Recipe# 33271
16 May 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Dhoklas are favourite farsaan…usually the dhoklas are tempered or served with chutney. Here i have experimented with the style of serving by sandwhiching pav bhaji between khaman dhokla. Make sure you make the bhaji a little dry so that it can be sandwiched properly. You can use your imagination a ....
Amani Kozhakatai ( Know Your Flours )
Recipe# 33139
16 May 08

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Amani kozhakatai, these delicately-seasoned steamed rice balls are made as an offering during ganesh chaturthi in tamilnadu, but they can be served as a low calorie snack anytime!
Buckwheat Vegetable Wrap
Recipe# 33162
03 Apr 24

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
buckwheat vegetable Indian wrap | buckwheat paneer paratha | stuffed buckwheat pancakes | with 20 amazing images. buckwheat vegetable wrap is a nutritious and wholesome dish that offers a d ....
Rajgira Paratha Canapes
Recipe# 33165
10 Apr 24

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
rajgira paratha canapés recipe | rajgira farali potato canapés | amaranth flour canapés | savory amaranth crackers | with 15 amazing images. rajgira paratha canapés
Uttapam Sandwich, Cheese Sandwich Uttapam
Recipe# 33415
11 Jun 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
uttapam sandwich recipe | masala uttapam sandwich | Indian cheese sandwich uttapam | with 39 amazing images. uttapam sandwich recipe | masala uttapam sandwich | < ....
Masala Coorgi Puris
Recipe# 39268
08 Apr 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Like coorgi rotis, coorgi puris as also made with a combination of steamed rice and rice flour. A dash of chopped coriander and green chillies are enough to enhance the flavour of these sumptuous puris. The masala coorgi puris turn out really soft due to the moisture in cooked rice, but make sure yo ....
Spinach and Paneer Open Toast
Recipe# 39135
04 Jan 17

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A sumptuous and colourful spread of vibrant spinach and crumbled paneer, which looks like snowflakes just fallen on a green field, adorns crisped bread slices, ready to energize you with its great taste, brilliant texture and bagful of nutrients! Indeed, the spinach and paneer toast is a wonderf ....
Mini Oats Khakhra
Recipe# 39095
13 Dec 21

  This recipe has an associated video
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
mini oats khakhra recipe | quick and easy oats khakhra | healthy oats khakhra | sesame oats khakhra is a healthy snack which is a wise substitute to fried jar snacks. Learn how to make
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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