There’s something incredibly comforting about the monsoon — the pitter-patter of raindrops, the cool breeze, and a steaming cup of chai in hand. But what’s chai without the perfect snack? Here are three delicious and easy-to-make Indian chai-time snacks that will make your rainy days even more delightful.
Aloo Bread Pakora – Crispy & Filling Chai-Time Snack:
Crispy, spicy, and soul-warming — Aloo Bread Pakora is a monsoon classic.
Ingredients For Aloo Pakora :
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4 bread slices
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2 boiled potatoes, mashed
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1 green chili, finely chopped
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1 tsp garam masala
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2 tbsp chopped coriander
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Salt to taste
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1 cup besan (gram flour)
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½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
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Water (to make batter)
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Oil for frying
Method:
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Mix mashed potatoes with chili, coriander, salt, and garam masala.
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Spread the mixture on a bread slice, cover with another.
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Cut diagonally.
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Make a smooth besan batter with ajwain, salt, and water.
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Dip bread triangles and deep fry until golden.
Pair With: Ginger Chai
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Masala Corn Cups – Quick & Tangy Indian Chai Snack:
Sweet, tangy, buttery, and ready in 10 minutes — this is street-style comfort in a cup.
Ingredients:
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1 cup boiled sweet corn
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1 tbsp butter
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½ tsp red chili powder
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1 tsp chaat masala
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½ lemon
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2 tbsp chopped onions
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Salt to taste
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Chopped coriander (for garnish)
Method:
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Heat butter in a pan and toss in the corn.
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Add spices, salt, lemon juice, and onions.
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Mix well and serve warm in small cups.
Pair With: Masala Chai
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Paneer Tikka Skewers – Smoky Tawa Chai-Time Delight:
No grill? No problem. Get those smoky, spicy tikka flavors straight from your tawa.
Ingredients:
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200g paneer cubes
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½ cup thick curd
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1 tsp red chili powder
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½ tsp turmeric
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1 tsp garam masala
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1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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Salt to taste
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Onion and capsicum cubes (optional)
Method:
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Mix curd with all spices and lemon juice.
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Add paneer and veggies. Marinate for 20–30 minutes.
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Skewer and roast on a hot tawa with a little oil until charred.
Pair With: Elaichi Chai
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