7 Namkeen Snacks Perfect For
Evening Chai

By: Nikita Nikhil

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Our evening chai is incomplete without some delicious namkeen snacks. Craving something savoury? Here are some easy options that pair perfectly with your hot cuppa.

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1. Namak Para

Crispy and crunchy, namak para is a deep-fried snack that gets flavoured from Ajwain. This makes them a perfect option for your cup of tea.

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2. Bhel Puri

A delicious mix of puffed rice, sev, peanuts, and tangy chutneys, bhel puri is a snack that will refresh you to your core as you sip your hot chai.

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3. Banana Chips

This snack has thinly sliced bananas that are fried to golden perfection. Banana chips offer a crispy and salty taste, which pairs perfectly with chai.

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4. Chivda

Chivda has a mixture of flattened rice, nuts, and spices which makes it a crunchy and savoury snack. It's light yet filling – just the right combo with tea.

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5. Murukku

This South-Indian snack is made from rice flour and urad dal flour in a spiral shape. Murukku adds a perfectly crispy bite with every crunch.

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6. Chana Chaat

Nutritious and delicious chana chaat has roasted chickpeas along with onions, tomatoes, and spices. This protein-rich snack is perfect for your chai time.

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7. Bhakarwadi

This Maharashtrian treat is a deep-fried, spiral-shaped snack filled with a spicy and tangy mixture. It is flavourful and a perfect pairing for your chai.

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