The famous Indian snacks are famous all over the world. They are not only delicious but also healthy. Different regions of India offer different varieties of Indian snacks, which are equally tasty and tasty.
Here is the list of the 18 most popular Indian snacks that you must try once in your life.
1. Samosa
Samosa has its origin in the northern part of India, that is, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Delhi. This delicious snack is nowhere near North Indian cuisine because it has traveled to many countries due to its worldwide fame and popularity. Samosa cuisine consists of frying triangular leaves made of flour dough filled with boiled and seasoned potatoes mixed with peas, onions, coriander leaves, etc. These steaming hot samosas are then dipped in spicy tamarind chutney or spicy red chutney. The sweet version of the snack consists of frying the triangular sheets with a filling based on sugar, cardamom powder, saffron, etc.
2. Jalebi
It is a fried crunchy sandwich that is shaped like a pretzel and has an orange-yellow color because it is soaked in sugar syrup. During the Mughal era, this Indian delicacy was introduced by Persian invaders who liked to cook desserts with dairy products such as khoya and paneer. It is prepared from all-purpose flour, baking soda, curd, food coloring, etc. After soaking in syrup these golden candies are sprinkled with finely chopped nuts such as hint, almond, cashew, etc. fry the dough in circular shapes.
3. Aloo Tikki
This North Indian delicacy originates from the streets of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. The mashed potatoes are mixed with spices such as coriander leaves, red chili powder, green chilies, garam masala, and salt, after which they are filled into round-shaped maida dough patties which are then deep-fried until golden brown and crisp. . Served with spicy tamarind chutney or spicy red chutney. It can also be served with thick curd.
4. Pav Bhaji
It is popular throughout India because it is made by cooking vegetables in a tomato-based sauce mixture with spices and served with bread (pav). This delicious dish was introduced by immigrants to Mumbai in the late 19th century. Different varieties of Pav Bhaji are made in different parts of India. The addition of vegetables such as carrots, peas, cauliflower, bell pepper, onions, etc. makes for a healthy meal. In some cases, butter is also added to make a rich and flavorful Pav bhaji.
5. Dosa
Dosa originates from South Indian cuisine because it is eaten so much there. Dosa is made from a rice dough that turns into a thin, crunchy pancake when cooked on a skillet or flat iron. It can be filled with filling like potato masala, onions, cheese, etc. It is served primarily with coconut chutney, sambar (tamarind-based sauce), and sometimes ghee.
6. Pani Puri
It is a very popular Indian street food that is prepared by filling hollow crunchy fried flour balls or puris with spicy water which is like flavored water. It involves putting boiled potatoes, boiled chickpeas, spices like cumin powder, chili powder, garam masala, coriander leaves, etc., mixed with sweet and sour tamarind chutney or spicy green chutney in the puri before adding water to it. The delicious combination of this healthy snack is ready to be enjoyed.
7. Chaat Papdi
These delicious Indian snacks are made with all-purpose flour, semolina, oil, yogurt, salt, and water by frying the dough into round shapes. It is then mixed with boiled potatoes, chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, coriander leaves, etc., which are sautéed in tangy and tangy tamarind chutney.
8. Cereal Barfi
It is a popular Indian sweet prepared from different types of cereals such as ragi (finger millet), corn flour or rice flour, or wheat combined with ghee, sugar and nuts. The sweet and juicy barfis are made from these cereals after adding powdered sugar, giving it a very delicious taste that you would love to savor again and again.
9. Malpua
Malpuas are most commonly served for breakfast, but can also be served as a delicious sweet dish after a meal. It is prepared from all-purpose flour, yeast, milk, baking soda, and sugar by frying the dough into round discs. It is topped with powdered sugar and sometimes even filled with rabdi (thick sugared milk).
10. Kachori
This spicy snack is made from flour, yogurt, chili powder that turns soft once cooked and then mixed with boiled potatoes, onion, etc. along with spices such as cumin powder, garam masala, and salt. This dough is then fried until golden and crisp. Crispy kachori tastes best when eaten hot.
11. Gajak
Gajaks are made from chickpea flour (besan), butter, and sugar which are then spread in a square shape and cut into a diamond shape. It is served as a healthy sweet dish after dinner or can also be given to children as a snack because it also contains nuts, brown sugar, and ghee.
12. Bhel Puri
Bhel puri is a very popular late night snack in India that can be made in a matter of minutes. It’s also nutritious and easy to carry for potlucks, picnics, or parties. The ingredients needed are bhel puri masala, puffed rice (he murmurs), sev (fried chickpea flour noodles), potatoes, onions, peanuts or cashews, lemon juice, and chopped coriander leaves.
13. Kachori with Chhole
Kachoris are spicy legume-filled pastries that are a hearty late-night snack that can be served with green chutney or tamarind chutney. For the filling, you need to boil the chickpeas (white chickpeas) in water until they become soft enough to grind into a paste form along with the boiled potato cubes.
14. Chana Bhatura
Chana bhature is another very popular late night snack in India that can be served with green chutney or tamarind chutney. It can also be served with Punjabi chole or aloo rasedar sauce along with sliced onions and green chilies, both of which are deep fried before serving. Chole ready advance can be reserved for this late night snack if you prefer it that way. For chana bhatura the necessary ingredients are chickpeas (white chickpeas), maida flour, baking soda and salt to taste.
15. Vegetable Momos
Vegetable momos are very popular in India and can be served with a spicy sauce made up of soy sauce mixed with chili paste, chopped green onions, vinegar, and grated fresh ginger root. You can also serve momos with spicy garlic or chili sauce for an extra kick. The required ingredients are cabbage, carrot, green bell pepper, water chestnuts, shiitake mushrooms, sorghum flour, all-purpose flour, enriched white flour, eggs with salt to taste, and a little vegetable oil.
16. Vegetable Samosa
Vegetable samosa is a very popular late night snack in India made by filling puris with potatoes and peas which are then deep fried until golden brown to perfection. For the preparation of vegetable samosas, boiled potatoes, peas, all-purpose flour, maida flour, coriander leaves, green chilies, garlic cloves, baking powder, salt to taste and vegetable oil are required.
17. Vegetable Cheese Sandwich
A cheese and vegetable sandwich is a very popular snack in India made by putting slices of cheese between slices of bread and then toasting them until the cheese is melted. For a cheese and vegetable sandwich, you need slices of bread, cheddar or Swiss cheese, butter or mayonnaise, salt to taste, black pepper, red bell pepper (red bell peppers) along with green chili peppers.
18. Corn Chaat
Chaat corn is a late-night snack in India that can be served with green chutney or tamarind chutney alongside sweetened yogurt. The necessary ingredients are boiled corn kernels, red pepper (diced), cucumbers (diced), tomatoes (diced), onions (diced), coriander leaves, lemon juice, salt to taste, and chaat masala powder. .
These are all delicious Indian snacks and are very much enjoyed.
