Vegetarian appetizers, snacks and salads

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Pani puri
Little puffed breads stuffed with veggies, crunchy lentil savories, and dunked in tangy sweet and spicy water!

Masala puri
An ideal appetizer for a chaat party.

Chili Paneer
Chilli paneer is a fusion of the Chinese Manchurian with an Indian twist.

Cauliflower/Gobi Manchurian
Another famous Indo-Chinese appetizer found in every nook and corner of India's metros. Battered cauliflowers deep fried and sauteed in sauces.

Chakli/Muruku
Chakli or muruku, as it is commonly known in India, is a spicy crunchy lentil snack, that is deep fried. It is made largely during Indian festivals.

Crunchy Chickpea rolls
Cooked chickpeas and potatoes molded into cakes and dipped in bred crumbs and baked or fried, a great appetizer.

Corn salad
A lot of beans and a mango, then a whole lot of corn and we have a great salad that makes for a kick-ass party pleaser.

Fresh spring rolls
The mouthwatering Thai rolls made of fresh vegetables wrapped in moist rice sheets. Adding in chicken or shrimp gives versatility.

Vegeterian spring rolls
Spring rolls, filled with vegetables. You may also add chicken, egg, or shrimp for variation.

Masala vade - khara kadabu
This is spicy dough made of lentils and masala (ginger, garlic, and garam masala). The prepped dough can be steamed or deep fried. Yet another authentic classic.

Minty paneer kebabs
These kebabs are the perfect barbeque delicacy! Grill up these along with some buttered barbecue corn, and its a feast for vegetarians and meat eaters alike.

Paneer tikka
Luscious paneer marinated in spices and yogurt, then grilled to juicy perfection.

Uddina vade
Lentils soaked and ground to a paste, then garnished with onions, chilies and cilantro and deep fried to crisp little doughnuts.

Vegetable bajjis
Vegetables dipped in lentil batter and deep fried to crispness. You may use many different vegetables (chilies, bread fruit, okra, carrots, beans, you name it) to makes these spicy fritters.