By: Toshita Sahni
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In the mood for a snack that's flavourful and delicious? There are several Maharashtrian recipes that will satisfy your cravings. Here are some classic options:
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This is a street-style Maharashtrian snack that consists of a fried potato ball inside a soft pav, enhanced with a chutney or two. You cannot afford to miss out on it!
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People also like to have only the potato (batata) vada without the pav. Don't forget to pair it with a dry garlic (lehsun) chutney for added spice.
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This is a beloved snack in many parts of India, including Maharashtra. Here, sabudana vada is often served with sweetened curds and a type of green chutney.
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This classic Maharashtrian snack is made using a mixture of besan and coriander (kothimbir) that are first steamed and then fried.
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This comforting Maharashtrian dish made with flattened rice can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
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Many kinds of chivda are popular in Maharashtra. One of the traditional varieties is the poha chivda, which includes ingredients like peanuts, dry fruits, farsaan, etc.
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Also famous in Gujarat, Bhakarwadi can be described as small round bites with a spiced spiral filling. They can be made and stored for an extended period.
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Aluvadi or Patra is a traditional Maharashtrian snack made by stuffing and rolling colocasia leaves with a flavourful besan paste, which are then steamed and fried.
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Many Maharashtrian recipes feature poha, including a type of patti samosa that has a simple but delicious poha filling.
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This lesser-known Maharashtrian snack is also known as patwadi or besan wadi. It can be savoured as it is or dunked in curries/rassa.
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For the recipe links for some of these Maharashtrian snacks
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