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Popular Indian Snacks

By Petrina Verma Sarkar, About.com

Feeling nibbly? Feed that urge with some of India's most famous snacks.

Samosa

Samosas are a lovely snack for a cold day. Serve them piping hot with Tamarind Chutney and Mint-Coriander Chutney.

Bhajias/Pakoras

Make Bhajias/Pakoras with any veggie of your choice.

Chaat

Chaat is so poular in India, vendors literally crowd the streets selling all kinds of delicious variations of it!

Bhelpuri

Bhelpuri is low-fat, nutritious and delicious!

Chivda

Make this crispy, crunchy snack ahead of time and store in an air-tight container.

Vada Pav

Straight out of the heart of Maharashtra in Western Indian, Vada Pav has iconic status in India.

Steamed Momos (wontons)

This appetizer from the east Indian state of Sikkim is delicious and easy on the conscience too! You can fill it with any minced meat of your choice.

Dhokla (steamed gram flour snack)

Serve this nutritious snack from Gujarat with Tamarind and Mint-Coriander Chutneys.
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