“9 Savory Snacks Perfect for Tea-Time in India”

Samosa: Triangular pastries filled with spiced potatoes and peas, a quintessential tea-time snack.

Pakoras: Assorted vegetable fritters dipped in a spiced batter and deep-fried until crispy.

Aloo Bonda: Deep-fried potato dumplings coated in gram flour batter, perfect with a cup of tea.

Bread Pakora: Slices of bread stuffed with a spiced potato filling, dipped in batter and fried until golden.

Chivda: Savory mixture made with flattened rice, nuts, spices, and sometimes dried fruits.

Dhokla: Steamed savory cakes made with fermented rice and chickpea flour, a light and fluffy snack.

Kachori: Deep-fried flaky pastry filled with a spiced lentil or potato mixture, best enjoyed with tea.

Poha: Flattened rice sautéed with onions, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, a light and quick snack.

Cheese Straws: Crispy baked pastry strips made with cheese and spices, ideal for tea-time snacking.