3 Tasty Indian Evening Snacks Recipes

India is a nation of food lovers and some of its favorite dishes include many vegetarian Indian favorites. Some of the most popular foods are pulaos, Indian curries, and even Indian sweets. In today's article, we will share with you some Indian evening Snacks Recipes.  So, if you want to know how to prepare some Indian recipes from scratch, just keep on reading!

Pulao 

A pulao is the perfect food to have for the lunchbox. This is a savory vegetarian Indian snack made from yellow or white rice. The taste of these pulaos is quite different from other Indian snacks as they are flavored with coconut milk. They are often prepared as a meal that can be served as either a main course or a side dish. They are also called "Idli-upma." Pulao recipes are simple to make at home and can even be used to create many dishes, such as this Coconut Rice Recipe. To prepare pulao recipes, you will need to cook the rice first, add spices, and then slowly add water. Once the water has been added, the rice is cooked for 30 to 40 minutes before you can then add the toppings. 

Paneer And Indian Onion Samosas

1. To prepare the filling, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, turmeric, and salt in a bowl. Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes and place in the bowl. Toss to coat the tofu evenly. Let sit for 15 minutes.

2. To prepare the samosas, combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in 3/4 cup of the water. Add the remaining 1/4 cup water to the bowl and mix the dough until it is soft and no longer sticks to your hands. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more water, and if it is too wet, add a bit more flour. The consistency should be similar to the consistency of the dough for phyllo. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. Place the dough in a lightly oiled 13x9-inch baking dish. Refrigerate the dough for 20 to 30 minutes.

4. Flip the samosas and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the breading is golden brown. Flip the samosas and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until the breading is golden brown. Remove the samosas and slice the samosas into 3-inch squares. Serve with raita.

Chai-Spiced Aloo Tikki

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and blanch for 3 minutes, or until tender. Using a slotted spoon, drain the potatoes and immediately run them under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.

2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add the garam masala, cumin, salt, pepper, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then add the potatoes and frozen peas. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the potatoes are browned on the edges and the peas are tender.

3. Meanwhile, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in 3/4 cup of hot water and canola oil to make a dough. Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes.

4. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and shape it into 2 tablespoons. Roll the tikki in flour, and then dip them in the remaining flour. Place the tikki in the skillet and cook over medium-high heat until lightly browned on each side, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve hot.

Whether you're hitting the pavement for a quick jaunt, or are planning on getting out of the house for the evening, Indian evening snacks ideas are always a great way to satisfy your hunger without weighing you down. If you want to impress your friends, serve these treats as a part of your main dish.