Diwali has finally arrived and the festive fervor is at its peak. This much-loved festival is all about diyas, twinkling lights, sweets, delicious snacks and much more. Also called the ‘Festival of Lights’, it is being celebrated on 31st October this year. Apart from bringing out our best festive fashion, the day also calls for delicious Diwali dishes, right? After all, what could be better than treating your family and friends to delicious home-cooked food. We bet you must be already thinking about the party menu, especially about the starters and snacks that set the mood of the party. If you are looking for easy-to-prepare delicious snack recipes, your search ends here. Keeping your concerns in mind, we have selected quick Diwali starters and snacks, which are ready in 30 minutes and can be prepared at the last minute.
Here are 7 last minute snacks you can prepare for Diwali 2024:
1. Corn Bhel
Chinese-Style Corn Bhel is a sweet, spicy, crispy recipe that celebrates corn at its finest. Fresh corn kernels, potato pieces and sev mixed with spicy chutney and spices taste delicious.
2. Green Pea Hummus
You can’t stop eating this spicy green pea hummus, served with pita bread. Don’t forget to add the tahini paste, olives, mustard and lemon juice.
3. Green Masala Kebab
Garden Fresh Hara Masala Kebab gets full marks in both taste and health.
This green kebab is ready in a few minutes. Photo Credit: Photo Credit: NDTV BEEPS
4. Hot Basil Chicken Cups
Fresh and fragrant basil leaves are the heart of this Thai dish. Chicken pieces are marinated in oriental flavors of oyster sauce, fish sauce, light soy sauce and sugar.
5. Baby Corn Pakodas
Golden Fried Baby Corn Pakodas served with mint mayo and sauce can start any party. You can also add some fish pieces.
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These crunchy corn pakodas will be ready in minutes. Photo: iStock
6. Batata Vada
Mash some potatoes, coat them in thick gram flour batter, deep fry till golden and voila batata vada is ready to serve. Here’s the easy-pea recipe.
7. Zucchini Stuffed with Soy
Entertain your health-conscious friends with baked zucchini slices loaded with the delicious ingredients of a soy blend.
