Appetizers

57 recipes

Parippu Vada (Lentil Fritters)

Crispy, golden parippu vada are South Indian lentil fritters flavored with shallots, ginger and curry leaves — a comforting tea-time snack that browns to a perfect crunch.

Cheera Vada (Spinach and Dal Fritters)

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these spinach and dal fritters are an easy South Indian snack made from urad and toor dal blended with greens and fried raisins for a hint of sweetness.

Crispy Indian-Style Fish Fry

A simple, bold-flavored fish fry with a bright spice paste and shallots that crisps up beautifully in hot oil. Ready in under an hour, it makes a quick weeknight supper or a tasty appetizer.

Banana Coconut Samosas

Crispy fried pastry pockets filled with sweet mashed banana, jaggery and coconut. They make a comforting dessert or snack that's easy to pull together with pantry staples.

Crispy Baby Corn Fritters

Crunchy, spiced baby corn coated in a chickpea batter and deep-fried until golden — a quick 15-minute snack that’s perfect for parties or a savory weekday treat.

Crispy Paneer Vada

Light, crunchy paneer fritters with a spiced gram-flour batter—perfect as a party snack or a cozy teatime treat. These vadas are best served hot with a tangy chutney.

Banana Almond Toast

A quick, kid-friendly snack of mashed banana on crisp toast topped with crunchy toasted almonds — simple, wholesome, and ready in minutes.