Savoring Memories: 8 Irresistible Snacks from Dadi’s Cookbook

Samosas: Triangular pastries filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes minced meat, deep-fried to golden perfection.

Bhakarwadi: A Maharashtrian snack made from spiral rolls of spiced gram flour dough stuffed with a sweet and savory filling.

Pakoras: Assorted vegetables or even paneer dipped in a gram flour batter and fried until crispy, a classic tea-time favorite.

Mathri: Crispy and flaky deep-fried snacks made from refined flour and spices, perfect with a cup of chai.

Chaat: A medley of ingredients like crispy fried dough, boiled potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, and chutneys, creating a burst of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors.

Poha: Flattened rice cooked with spices, mustard seeds, and garnished with peanuts and fresh herbs, a popular snack in many Indian households.

Kachori: Deep-fried, flaky pastries stuffed with a spiced mixture of lentils, often served with tamarind chutney.

Dahi Puri: Hollow, crispy puris filled with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and a mixture of potatoes and chickpeas, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.