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Delicious Snacks Recipes for Welcoming New Year

Snacking - a delightful bridge between meals that satisfies cravings, fuels our bodies, and indulges our taste buds. Snacking doesn't have to mean compromising on flavor or healthiness. Craving a quick bite that's not just tasty but also easy to prepare? Whether you're in the mood for a savory delight or craving something sweet, these recipes have got you covered. From veg sandwiches to flavorful makhana cutlets, tangy corn chaat, and delightful sweet potato chaat, these snacks recipes are simple to make, requiring minimal time and effort. These snack recipes - sandwiches, cutlets, corn chaat, and sweet potato chaat - are perfect for ringing in New Year 2025. Whether you're hosting New Year party or enjoying a cozy night in, these flavorful treats will surely be a hit!. Let’s dive into these delicious recipes to satisfy your snacks cravings!

1. Crunchy Veggie Grilled Sandwich
2. Healthy Makhana Cutlets
3. Tangy Corn Chaat
4. Sweet Potato Chaat

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Crunchy Veggie Grilled Sandwich

Ingredients:

• Bread Slices: 8 slices (whole wheat or multigrain bread for a healthier option)
• Onion: 1 large (finely chopped)
• Tomato: 1 large (finely chopped)
• Capsicum (Bell Pepper): 1 medium-sized (finely chopped)
• Carrot: 1 medium-sized (grated)
• Sweet corn (kernels): 1 cup (Boiled)
• Green Chilies: 1-2 (finely chopped, adjust according to spice preference)
• Coriander Leaves: 2 tablespoons (finely chopped)
• 5-6 tbsp, cheese spread
• Cheese Slices: 4
• Butter: 4 tablespoons
• Salt: to taste
• Black Pepper Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
• Mix herbs: 1/2 teaspoon 
• Chili Flakes: 1/2 teaspoon 

Instructions:

# Prepare the Veggie Mix:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the cheese spread, chopped onions, tomatoes, capsicum, grated carrot, green chilies, sweet corn, coriander leaves, salt, black pepper powder, chili flakes and mix herbs. Mix everything well to create a uniform veggie filling.

# Assemble the Sandwich:

• Take two bread slices and spread butter on one side of each slice.
• Place a generous amount of the prepared veggie mix on the unbuttered side of one bread slice.
• Optionally, add a cheese slice on top of the veggie mix.
• Cover with the second bread slice, buttered side facing outwards.

# Grill the Sandwich:

• Preheat a sandwich maker or grill pan.
• Place the assembled sandwich in the preheated grill/sandwich maker.
• Grill the sandwich until it turns golden brown and crispy on both sides. If using a grill pan, flip the sandwich halfway through to ensure both sides are evenly toasted.

# Serve Hot:

• Once the sandwich is grilled to perfection, remove it from the grill and let it cool for a minute.
• Cut the sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters.
• Serve hot with ketchup, Green Dip or a dipping sauce of your choice.

Tips:

• Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your tastes. You can add or omit certain vegetables based on availability and taste.
• If you prefer a spicier sandwich, you can add more green chilies or a dash of hot sauce to the veggie mix.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste buds. You can add  sandwich masala or chaat masala for extra flavor.
• This Veg Grilled Sandwich is a perfect snack option, offering a delightful blend of flavors and nutrients. Enjoy it with your favorite beverage for a satisfying treat!

Healthy Makhana Cutlets

Ingredients

• 1 cup Makhana (foxnuts)
• 2 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 tea spoon ginger garlic paste
• 2 table spoon oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, etc.)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Coriander leaves finely chopped
• Oil for shallow frying

Instructions

1. Heat a pan on low-medium heat. Dry roast the Makhana until they become crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Keep stirring to avoid burning. Once done, let them cool and then crush them coarsely using a rolling pin or a food processor.
2. Heat two teaspoons of oil in a separate pan.. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then, add the finely chopped vegetables and sauté until they become tender. Add ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes until the spices are well combined with the vegetables.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, crushed Makhana, and the cooked vegetable mixture. Mix everything thoroughly to form a dough-like consistency. Adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Divide the mixture into small pieces, then form them into oval or round cutlets..
5. For shallow frying, heat up some oil in a pan.. Once the oil is hot, place the cutlets in the pan and cook them until they turn golden brown on both sides. Be gentle while flipping to avoid breaking the cutlets. You can also deep fry them if you prefer a crispier texture, but shallow frying is a healthier option.
6. Once the cutlets are evenly cooked and have a nice golden crust, remove them from the pan. Place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
7. Serve hot with your favorite Green Chutney or sauce. They make for a delicious and nutritious snack.

Enjoy your homemade Makhana cutlets!

Tangy Corn Chaat

Ingredients

• 2 cups sweet corn kernels (frozen or fresh any of your choice)
• 1 cup Onion finely chopped
• ½ cup tomato finely chopped
• 1 Green chillies finely chopped
• As required Black salt
• 2 tablespoon lime juice
• Few Coriander leaves finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon jeera powder
• 1 teaspoon Chaat Masala
• Salt as required
• 4 cups of water (for boiling corn kernels)

Instructions

1. Boil 4 cups of water with a pinch of salt, once water start boiling add corn kernels. Boil for 4-5 minutes (avoid overcooking). Drain the water from the corn.
2. In a large mixing bowl add warm corn and butter mix gently and keep aside.
3. Add onion, tomato, green chilli, coriander leaves, red chilli powder, jeera powder, chaat masala and lime juice to the boiled corn. Mix well.
4. Serve and Enjoy!!

Sweet Potato Chaat

Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, boiled, peeled, and cubed
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves
• 2 tablespoon roasted peanuts
• 1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon chaat masala (a tangy spice mix)
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Ghee 4 tbsp
• Curd 4 tbsp 
• Salt to taste
• Tamarind chutney (optional)
• Sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles) for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Boil sweet potatoes until they are tender but not mushy, peel them and then cut them into bite-sized cubes.
2. Add ghee in a pan, fry sweet potatoes until golden brown. Take it out once it’s done.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes, curd, tamarind chutney, chopped red onion, chopped tomato, chopped green chili, and chopped coriander.
4. Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, red chili powder, and a pinch of salt over the mixture.
5. Sprinkle roasted peanuts and some sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles) on top of the chaat (optional).
6. Sweet Potato Chaat is ready to be enjoyed !!

Conclusion:

Snacking should be both delightful and satisfying, and these recipes are perfect for those moments when hunger strikes between meals. Whether you're hosting party or simply looking for a tasty treat, these snacks are easy to prepare and bursting with flavors. Try them out and let your taste buds thank you later!

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