30+ Indian Snacks

Quick and easy recipes for popular Indian snacks that are great for parties, and perfect for an evening snack with a hot cup of chai. This snack list consists of some of the best Indian snacks that are sweet, spicy, tangy, and utterly delicious!

You'll love this collection of lip-smacking Indian snack recipes. Whether it's for a party, festive celebrations like Holi or Diwali, or a casual tea time with family, these crunchy Indian snacks are full of flavor and great for all occasions.

This snack list contains some of the most popular North Indian snacks along with some irresistible south Indian dishes as well. It includes a variety of popular vegetarian and non-vegetarian items like Samosa, Chaat, Tikka, Idli-Chutney, Pav Bhaji, Bhutta (corn), Kebab, just to name a few.

The best part about all these snacks recipes is that they are easy to make at home using an air fryer, Instant pot, oven, or stove. This collection also includes healthier versions of traditionally deep-fried recipes as well.

Explore this key branch of Indian cuisine that's guaranteed to appeal to all your senses. I'll keep adding to this delicious collection, so be sure to bookmark this page for later!

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Vegetarian Indian Snacks

Samosa Recipe - Air Fryer, Fried & Baked

Sharing my fail-proof samosa recipe with step-by-step instructions on the dough, filling and fold in the air fryer, oven or deep-fried.

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Aloo Tikki

Easy 25-minute recipe for Aloo Tikki, a popular north-Indian street food! Mashed potato and peas are formed into patties then pan-fried until golden brown and crispy.

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Dahi Bhalla (Dahi Vada)

Easy & authentic recipe for Dahi Bhalla, or Dahi Vada, a popular Indian street food. Soft lentil fritters are served in yogurt sauce topped with zesty chutneys.

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Samosa Chaat

This fun and festive Samosa Chaat recipe is bursting with color, flavor and texture. Crispy Samosa served with Chana masala made in the Instant Pot, this popular street food is easy to prep ahead.

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Samosa Chaat Phyllo Cups

These Samosa Chaat Phyllo Cups are a bite-size version of popular Indian street food baked until crisp in the Oven, AirFryer or Crisplid!

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Pinwheel Samosa

This Samosa Pinwheels recipe is a crispy take on the popular Indian chaat that's wrapped in puff pastry and baked in the Oven or AirFryer.

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Pav Bhaji

Authentic Mumbai Pav Bhaji recipe! Flavorful mashed vegetable curry, called Bhaji, served with buttery dinner rolls called Pav, ready in 30 minutes in your Instant Pot or stove.

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Samosa Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

These Samosa Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers are an Indian inspired take on the popular American appetizer that gets baked in the AirFryer, Crisplid or Oven.

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Pigeon Peas Dip | Matar Chaat in Instant Pot

Easy dump & start pressure cooker recipe for Matar chaat, a popular Indian pigeon peas dip! Enjoy it as a dip or as a flavorful meal with a side of Naan or Kulcha.

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Air Fryer Chickpeas (& Oven-Roasted)

Air Fryer Chickpeas are crispy, crunchy flavor bites that make a great snack and salad topper. Crisp them in the air fryer in a little over 15 minutes, with the option to roast them in the oven too.

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Bombay Potatoes

Baby potatoes coated with Indian spices and roasted until golden crisp, these Bombay Potatoes make for a finger-licking-good appetizer and are a perfect sidekick to any curry or roasted entree.

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Bombay Masala Toast (Grilled Vegetable Sandwich)

This Bombay Masala Toast has a make-ahead Indian potato filling layered with crunchy vegetables, chutney and ketchup ready in 25 minutes!

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Curry Puff Recipe

Golden crisp and flaky, Curry Puff is a savory puff pastry with an Indian-spiced filling, finished with a sprinkle of flavorful spices and herbs. It's great as an appetizer or tea-time snack.

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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Crisp, juicy corn on the cob, perfectly roasted in the air fryer in 10 minutes. Add your favorite seasoning and enjoy it as a snack or side dish, or add it to your salads and soups.

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Paneer Tikka- Air fryer| Oven| Grill

This Paneer Tikka recipe is smokey and spicy with a zingy finish prepared in the Air Fryer, Oven or Grill served as an appetizer or meal.

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Uttapam Waffles | Dosa Waffles (Savory Indian Waffles)

Uttapam Waffles, or dosa waffles, are crisp savory Indian waffles made of dosa batter topped with caramelized onions, tomatoes, chili, and cilantro.

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Rava Idli Recipe

This quick and easy instant Rava Idli Recipe makes soft and fluffy steamed semolina cakes that are an Indian breakfast staple.

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Idli Recipe in Instant Pot (Steamed Rice Cakes)

Learn how to make pillowy soft idli in the Instant Pot from homemade or store-ready batter in 30-minutes! Enjoy this popular South Indian treat as a healthy breakfast or snack.

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Non-Vegetarian Indian Snacks

Tandoori Chicken Wings

These tandoori chicken wings are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and flavored with Indian spices. Made easily in the oven or air fryer.

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Tandoori Fish Tikka - Airfryer/ Oven/Crisplid

Say hello to your new favorite appetizer, Tandoori Fish Tikka! Tender fish marinated in a classic Indian tandoori masala and crisped to perfection in an Airfyer, Crisplid or oven. Enjoy this low-carb dish with a side of cilantro chutney!

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Tandoori Chicken Tikka

Tandoori Chicken Tikka kebab is a flavor-packed Indian appetizer in which marinated chicken chunks and vegetables are threaded onto skewers and grilled until crisp and slightly charred.

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Tandoori Chicken Sliders

Tandoori Chicken Sliders are mini-burgers made with marinated & grilled chicken, buttery-soft slider buns, dressed with a tart & spicy cilantro-chutney spread.

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Tandoori Chicken Recipe

An easy Tandoori Chicken Recipe with chicken marinated in an authentic yogurt-spice blend is baked until juicy and crisp in air fryer, oven, Instant Pot or outdoor grill.

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Chutneys for your Crunchy Snacks

No chaat is complete without tamarind chutney (saunth) and cilantro chutney (hari chutney). Here are a few of my family's favorite condiments to go with the snack recipes.

Tamarind Chutney in Instant Pot (Imli Chutney)

Easy Instant Pot recipe for sweet & tart Tamarind Chutney, a popular Indian dipping sauce made with tamarind pulp, dates, jaggery & spices.

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Cilantro Chutney

Easy blender recipe for Cilantro Chutney, a tangy Indian condiment made from fresh cilantro leaves, green chilies, ginger, and spices.

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Mint Chutney (Pudina Chutney)

This fresh Mint Chutney is a bright, cooling and sensational dip, sauce or spread that's an easy and versatile 10-minute blender recipe.

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Cilantro Coconut Chutney (Nariyal Chutney)

This Cilantro Coconut Chutney is a vibrant south-Indian condiment that's easy to make in 15 minutes, and is the perfect accompaniment with idli, dosa, vada and uttapam.

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Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce

This 10-minute Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce is spicy, cooling, tangy and creamy for a versatile dip, sauce or spread best served with any cuisine.

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Drinks to Pair with Indian Snacks

Besides chai, you can pair your snack recipes with lassi, cold coffee, or even a fun cocktail. Here are a few good ones to try.

Ginger Tea (Adrak Wali Chai)

This soothing and invigorating Indian-style Ginger tea, or Adrak wali chai, is made with just four ingredients, and is ready in 10 minutes!

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Masala Chai (Spiced Indian Tea)

Try this fragrant, spicy and delicious homemade masala chai recipe. In just ten minutes you'll have a memorable cup of tea to enjoy.

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Mango Lassi

Sweet and creamy mango lassi recipe using just five ingredients. Here's an easy 5-minute blender recipe for this delicious Indian mango smoothie!

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Dalgona Coffee | Iced Latte

Dalgona coffee, the best whipped coffee recipe, is made with a glass of ice-cold milk and finished with a velvety smooth and sweet coffee foam on top.

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Nimbu Pani / Shikanji (Indian Lemonade)

Easy recipe for a refreshing Indian lemonade known as Nimbu Pani or Shikanji. Made with fresh lime, salt, sugar and water, and spiced with cumin and chaat masala.

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Jaljeera - Cumin Spiced Indian Lemonade

Jaljeera is a refreshing Indian lemonade made with fresh coriander and mint, spiced with roasted cumin, chaat masala and dry mango powder.

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Jal Jeera Mojito | Indian Spiced Mojito Cocktail

In this recipe, I pair the minty and spicy Indian beverage, Jal Jeera, with a classic mojito.  There is nothing more refreshing than a Jal Jeera Mojito (Indian Spiced Mojito) on a hot summer day. Refreshing, chilled, minty and spicy! Yum!

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