Diwali Party Ideas: Snacks You Can Make in Less Than 30 Minutes

Corn Bhel

A new twist to the great Indian street grub. This one is made with fresh corn kernels, potato chunks and sev mingled in a tangy coriander chutney.

Bread Dahi Vada

A great time-saving recipe for dahi vadas made with bread and cottage cheese.

Green Pea Hummus

A quick way to keep your guests entertained while you're busy with other preparations. Serve this green pea hummus with pita bread and crudites.

Hara Masala Kebab

With spinach, green peas, coriander and potatoes, these lovely kebabs will have everyone hooked on to them.

Oriental Basil Chicken Cups

The easiest snack to make. Flavourful minced chicken mix filled in crisp lettuce cups.

Baby Corn Fritters

These golden-fried and crispy fritters can get any party started. You can add some bits of fish to innovate.

Popcorn Shrimp

Another crunchy appetizer your guests will love. Shrimps are marinated in spices and amchoor, rolled in flour and then fried crisp.

Bangbang Batata

Baby potatoes are coated in a mix of spices, a pinch of sugar and semolina and then pan-fried in desi ghee with green chillies and garlic.

Zucchini Stuffed with Soya

A healthy snack that you and your friends won't mind coming back for. Sliced zucchini stuffed with a flavourful soya mix and baked till it looks crispy. Indulge guilt-free.

Sesame Crusted Chicken

You wouldn't have known that this Chinese classic is just so easy to make. Tender chunks of chicken tossed with Oriental sauces and earthy sesame seeds.

Bruschetta

A generous helping of tangy tomatoes with olives and cheese, seasoned mushrooms or whatever your heart fancies dumped on warm toasted bread, bruschetta is the most comforting snack.

Prawn Sesame Toast

A quick snack that is especially handy at drinking parties. Bread slices packed with spiced prawns, then wrapped in sesame seeds and grilled.

Onion Rings with Coconut Chutney

A quick snack that never goes out of fashion. Serve the good old onion rings with a freshly made coconut chutney.