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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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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.
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.
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.
Mushroom On Toast
Recipe# 36056
05 Aug 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Combining the moist, subtle flavour of mushrooms with the tang of garlic and capsicum…. Make a light meal out of it, a snack, or simply an appetizer.
Crackers with Paneer and Veggie Spread
Recipe# 36071
04 Dec 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
crackers with paneer and vegetable spread recipe | Indian crackers with paneer spread | no bake cottage cheese crackers | with 16 amazing images. crackers with paneer and vegetable spread recipe< ....
Grated Purple Yam with Roasted Peanuts
Recipe# 36104
22 Apr 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Ah, perhaps it is the tempering in ghee that makes grated purple yam with roasted peanuts so irresistible, or the crunchily crushed roasted peanuts. Whatever the reason, the fact is that this is a real masterpiece that will delight the desi palate. Make sure you cook it till it is brown on both side ....
Tangy Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Recipe# 36113
22 Nov 17

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A cheesy delight served with a delicate, spicy and tangy tomato red wine sauce! Serve as a starter or evening tea snack or enjoy with a bowl of hot soup ....
Spicy Cheese and Herb Potato Wedges ( Burgers Accompaniment Recipe)
Recipe# 36309
27 Feb 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
An accompaniment is very important for a burger, as it makes the meal more complete and also greatly enhances the temptation factor! a peppy plateful of spicy cheese and herb potato wedges does this duty very, very well. A unique, well-chosen combination of herbs and spices makes these potato wedges ....
Cheesy Potato Chips ( Burgers and Smoothies Recipe)
Recipe# 36315
27 Feb 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A quick fix accompaniment that you can use to spice up a simple layout of burgers and smoothies! cheesy potato chips can be easily made using ready-made chips. Any variety of chips would do, but plain salted ones will suit the requirements better than flavoured ones. Do not over-bake as the chips mi ....
Hara Tava Burger ( Burgers and Smoothies Recipe)
Recipe# 36327
27 Feb 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
There are many exciting aspects to the hara tava burger! most notably, there is the unique cutlet made up of green chana and spinach, which explains the name of this burger! then, there is a zesty side that adults will love, all thanks to the spicy mayonnaise and the cheesy, herby potato wedges. I w ....
Thai Satay Mushroom Paneer Wrap
Recipe# 36279
06 Mar 12

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A roomali roti wrap with a right balance of flavours arising from mushrooms, peanuts, chick peas, lemon grass and khimchi salad.
Crispy Vegetable Tempura
Recipe# 36290
01 Feb 21

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A japanese version of pakodas! this is the authentic version of the tempura. Mixed sliced vegetables coated in tempura batter and deep fried. Serve this hot tempura with tempura sauce consisting of vegetable stock, soya sauce, sweet wine, ginger, radish and salt.
Assorted Uttapa Platter
Recipe# 40223
30 Sep 18

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by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
The Assorted Uttapa Platter is so tasty and colourful to look at, the very sight of it makes you drool! Dainty uttapas made with readymade dosa batter are topped with appetising mixtures of veggies, sprouts, cheese and spice powders. Most of the toppings are very easy to make – just involving the ch ....
Thai Pani Puri, Mixed Vegetables in Coconut Sauce Served with Puris
Recipe# 40895
21 Nov 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Thai pani puri recipe | Indo-Thai pani puri | mixed vegetables in coconut sauce served with puris | with 17 amazing images. So, here is an innovative Thai Pani Puri, where the traditional ....
Pesto Dhokla, Basil and Walnut Rava Dhokla
Recipe# 40931
24 Sep 18

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Dhokla, the ever-popular Gujarati snack, gets an Italian makeover in this recipe. A quick-fix dhokla batter made with semolina, is perked up traditional Italian pesto paste, which is a blend of basil, walnuts and garlic perk ....
Spinach and Yogurt Flat Bread
Recipe# 41159
29 Sep 16

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by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A dashing, bread-based appetizer, which wins your heart with its visual and culinary appeal. Pick a flat bread like pita or naan for this creation. The bread is baked with a layer of garlicky curd and another layer ....
Mayo Veg Curd Sandwich
Recipe# 41340
20 Jul 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
veg curd sandwich recipe | veg curd sandwich with mayo | with 14 amazing images. A filling sandwich with a refreshing flavour, the Mayo Veg Curd Sandwich is ....
Bread Aloo Chaat, Bengali Street Food
Recipe# 41772
17 May 17

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
A delicacy from the streets of Calcutta, the Bread Aloo Chaat is a chatpata treat with a blast of flavours and multiple textures.A layer of sliced bread is topped with a flavourful potato mixture, and served with a garnish of peanuts, coconut and sev. While the chutneys and spice powders give th ....
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Starters / Snacks
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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