Appetizers

57 recipes

Quick Spicy Paneer Tikka

Tender paneer cubes marinated in a fiery mix of spices and yogurt, then grilled to perfection. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is a spicy, protein-packed weeknight winner!

Crispy Amritsari Fish Fry

Crispy, spiced fish fillets with a fragrant gram-flour coating—Amritsari fish fry is a Punjabi favorite that's perfect as an appetizer or a spicy side for a weeknight dinner.

Spicy Chilli Soya Stir-Fry

A quick Indo-Chinese stir-fry of tender soya chunks in a punchy, tangy sauce with crisp capsicum — ready in about 30 minutes and perfect with steamed rice or noodles.

Cabbage Vadas (Crispy Cabbage Fritters)

Crispy, golden cabbage vadas are a comforting evening snack that's quick to put together. They fry up crunchy on the outside and tender inside, delicious with simple tomato sauce.

Crispy Indo-Chinese Chicken Strips

Crispy, golden strips of chicken tossed in a tangy Indo-Chinese sauce with soy, fresh herbs and curry leaves — a lively starter that sings with texture and flavor.

Crunchy Banana Fritters (Pazham Pori)

Crispy, sweet banana fritters with a crackly corn-flakes coating—an irresistible tea-time treat inspired by the classic pazham pori. Ready in under 40 minutes, they make a cozy snack kids and adults both love.

Crispy Dragon Fish

A crunchy, saucy take on the classic Dragon Chicken made with fish — sticky, spicy bites that work beautifully as a party appetizer or served alongside fried rice.

Baked Hariyali Salmon

This healthy baked salmon is coated in a vibrant, spicy hariyali (green) marinade and roasted until tender. It makes a bright, protein-rich main or a flavorful starter that seafood lovers will enjoy.

Leftover Idiyappam Upma

A quick, comforting upma made from leftover idiyappam (string hoppers). It comes together in about 15 minutes with warm spices, toasted cashews and sweet raisins for a lovely snack or light breakfast.

Crispy Besan-Coated Idli Fingers

Turn leftover idlis into a crunchy, spiced evening snack with a light chickpea flour batter and a punchy chutney powder coating. Ready in about half an hour and perfect with a cup of tea.