A quick and filling snack : Corn Salad
How to prepare:
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Boil sweet corn
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Add butter, salt, pepper
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Mix onion, lemon juice, and coriander
Why it’s good:
Light yet filling and very easy to make.
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A quick and filling snack : Corn Salad
How to prepare:
Boil sweet corn
Add butter, salt, pepper
Mix onion, lemon juice, and coriander
Why it’s good:
Light yet filling and very easy to make.
Veg Cutlets are a crispy, golden brown snack made with mixed vegetables and spices. Perfect for kids, parties, or chai-time cravings! Let’s make them easily at home.
Boiled & mashed potatoes – 2 medium
Chopped carrots (boiled) – ½ cup
Chopped beans (boiled) – ¼ cup
Boiled peas – ¼ cup
Bread crumbs – ½ cup (plus extra for coating)
Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tsp
Green chilies (finely chopped) – 1
Chopped coriander leaves – 2 tbsp
Salt – as required
Red chili powder – ½ tsp
Garam masala – ½ tsp
Corn flour or maida – 2 tbsp (for slurry)
Water – 2-3 tbsp (for slurry)
Oil – for shallow or deep frying
Boil veggies – Boil potatoes, carrots, beans, and peas until soft. Drain and mash them lightly.
Make the mixture – In a large bowl, mix all veggies with:
Salt, chili powder, garam masala
Ginger-garlic paste
Green chili and coriander
Add bread crumbs for binding
Shape cutlets – Take a portion, shape it into oval or round patties.
Prepare slurry – Mix corn flour and water to make a thin paste.
Coat cutlets – Dip each cutlet in slurry and roll in breadcrumbs.
Fry – Shallow fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. You can also air fry or bake for a healthier version.
Serve hot with tomato ketchup, green chutney, or a cup of hot tea.
You can use leftover veggies or even add grated beetroot for color.
For extra crispiness, double-coat in breadcrumbs.
Kids love it with cheese inside – try adding a small cube!
Masala Pakora + Chai Combo (Rainy Day Special)
Ingredients:
2 onions (sliced thin)
1 cup besan (gram flour)
2 green chilies (chopped)
A handful of coriander leaves (chopped)
½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
½ tsp red chili powder
Salt to taste
Water (very little – just enough to bind)
Oil (for deep frying)
Steps:
Mix all ingredients (except oil) in a bowl. Don’t add much water — let the onions release moisture.
Heat oil in a kadai.
Drop small amounts of the mix into the oil.
Fry until golden brown and crisp.
Serve hot with chutney or tomato ketchup.
Ingredients:
2 cups water
1 cup milk
2 tsp tea powder
1-inch ginger (crushed)
2–3 cardamom pods (crushed)
Sugar to taste
Steps:
Boil water with ginger and cardamom.
Add tea powder and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add milk and sugar. Simmer for another 3–4 minutes.
Strain and serve hot.
Bread pakora, aloo bonda, or sweet corn chat
For dessert: Try sooji halwa or hot gulab jamun if you have them
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| Mirchi Bajji |
Mirchi Bajji, also known as chili fritters, is a popular Indian snack made with large green chilies and gram flour batter. Here's a step-by-step guide to preparing this delicious snack:
#### Ingredients:
- **Large Green Chilies**: 8-10 (preferably less spicy varieties like Bhavnagari chilies)
- **Gram Flour (Besan)**: 1 cup
- **Rice Flour**: 2 tablespoons
- **Baking Soda**: 1/4 teaspoon
- **Carom Seeds (Ajwain)**: 1/2 teaspoon
- **Cumin Seeds (Jeera)**: 1/2 teaspoon
- **Turmeric Powder**: 1/4 teaspoon
- **Red Chili Powder**: 1/2 teaspoon
- **Asafoetida (Hing)**: a pinch
- **Salt**: to taste
- **Water**: as needed to make a batter
- **Oil**: for deep frying
#### For Filling (optional but recommended):
- **Tamarind Pulp**: 2 tablespoons
- **Roasted Cumin Powder**: 1 teaspoon
- **Chaat Masala**: 1 teaspoon
- **Salt**: to taste
- **Jaggery (optional)**: 1 tablespoon
#### Instructions:
##### 1. Preparing the Chilies:
1. Wash the green chilies thoroughly and pat them dry.
2. Slit each chili lengthwise, keeping the stem intact and removing the seeds (if you prefer less heat).
3. Optionally, you can prepare a filling by mixing tamarind pulp, roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, salt, and jaggery. Fill this mixture into the slitted chilies and set aside.
##### 2. Preparing the Batter:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, rice flour, baking soda, carom seeds, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, and salt.
2. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth, thick batter without lumps. The batter should be of coating consistency.
##### 3. Frying the Bajjis:
1. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
2. Dip each chili into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.
3. Carefully slide the coated chilies into the hot oil.
4. Fry the chilies in batches until they turn golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
5. Remove the fried bajjis with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.
##### 4. Serving:
1. Serve the Mirchi Bajji hot with your favorite chutney, like mint chutney or tamarind chutney.
2. You can also sprinkle some chaat masala on top for extra flavor.
Enjoy your homemade Mirchi Bajji with a cup of tea or coffee!


