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    Appetizers

    30+ Best Appetizers

    Who doesnโ€™t love appetizers? Whether you call them hors dโ€™oeuvre, finger food, or starters they are delicious. Anytime you gather together with family or friends appetizers always start off the party right. Even if youโ€™re not entertaining itโ€™s fun to change things up during the week and serve them for a light dinner. Whatโ€™s better than finger food when youโ€™ve got a busy night?

    In my opinion, appetizers are what makes the party. When Iโ€™m entertaining I find myself getting excited about which ones Iโ€™m going to serve. Iโ€™ve put together a collection of the best appetizer recipes to share with you that are sure to please the crowd. Thereโ€™s something for everyone...

    Make my popular finger-licking tandoori chicken wings for your next game day and watch them disappear. OR try an easy cold appetizer such as a healthy spicy mango salad or flavorful chicken tikka kebabs. Serve these kebabs with my cilantro-mint chutney and itโ€™s sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

    There are also vegetarian options like simple beet salad, or perfect eggplant and red pepper spread served on a toasted baguette. You can make this in your Instant Pot and it is so easy and delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes!

    Iโ€™ve also shared with you some of my favorite Indian appetizers like Dahi Vada. Iโ€™ve taken this dish and made it into a healthier version without compromising the flavors. You have to try my quick and tasty Kothimbir Vadi too! Made with a few ingredients these cakes are packed with flavor and very healthy.ย ย 

    When it comes to small bites be adventurous and have fun! Youโ€™re going to love these simple and tasty appetizer recipes!

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    • Kothimbir Vadi served in a white plate
      Easy Instant Pot Kothimbir Vadi
    • air fried masala fries with sriracha mayo
      Masala Fries (Easy Air Fryer Recipe)
    • paneer tikka with chutney
      Paneer Tikka Recipe (Air Fryer, Oven & Grill)
    • A plate of Maharashtrian kothimbir vadi garnished with sesame seeds is displayed on a white surface next to a glass of tea.
      My Mother-in-Law's Famous Kothimbir Vadi Recipe
    • sweet potato fried with ketchup
      Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with a Spicy Kick
    • khasta samosas served with fried green chilies and chutneys.
      My Mom's Signature Punjabi Samosa Recipe
    • My Signature Samosa Chaat Recipe
    • Tandoori Wings served with yogurt
      Tandoori chicken wings (Oven & Air Fryer Recipe)
    • onion pakoras served with ketchup and chutney
      Onions Pakodas | Kanda Bhajji | Crispy Onion Fritters
    • tandoori chicken served with chutney and cucumber salad
      Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken
    • ragda patties served in a white plate with a bowl of curry on the side.
      Ragda Patties | Ragda Pattice
    • moong bean tikki served with ketchup and chai.
      Whole Green Moong Tikki
    • kale chips in a white bowl
      Kale Pakora Chips
    • Mango Salad served in 2 white bowls
      Spicy Mango Salad
    • air fried shrimp served with spicy sauce
      Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
    • jalapeno cheddar cornbread
      Jalapeรฑo Cheddar Cornbread
    • Muthiya garnished with cilantro and freshly grated coconut.
      Easy Muthiya Recipe (Dudhi Methi Muthia)
    • vada pav in a black plate with red chutney, chura and fried chili.
      Mumbai Vada Pav
    • Dahi Puri served in a platter
      Dahi Puri | Sev Puri Dahi Puri (SPDP)
    • mushroom tartlets served on a marble board
      Creamy Mushroom Tartlets
    • papdi chaat garnished with sev, cilantro and pomegranate seeds
      Papdi Chaat
    • rava dhokla in a black platter
      Rava Dhokla
    • avocado chickpea chaat in a black plate
      Avocado Chickpea Chaat
    • stacked Jalapeรฑo Cheese Samosa Twists on a platter.
      Jalapeรฑo Cheese Samosa Twists
    • Bhel Puri in 2 small bowls and a serving bowl
      Bhel Puri
    • Chicken Curry Puffs
      Chicken Curry Puffs
    • kurkuri bhindi served with ketchup
      Air Fryer Kurkuri Bhindi | Crispy Okra
    • sabudana vada served with peanut chutney
      Sabudana Vada: No-Fry, Air Fryer or Deep Fry
    • roasted beets with cashew garlic sauce
      Roasted beets with cashew garlic sauce
    • kale salad with tomatoes, almonds and dried cranberries
      Kale Salad with Cranberries and Almonds
    • White Bowl with eggplant & red pepper spread, with sliced italian bread on the side in a white plate
      Instant Pot Eggplant and Red Pepper Spread
    • air fried cauliflower bites with ranch
      Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Wings
    • potato wedges served with ketchup
      Air Fryer Potato Wedges
    • airfryer fish sticks with spicy sauce
      Air Fryer Fish Sticks
    • buffalo chicken wings
      Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
    • Dahi vada served in a plate
      Dahi Vada | Dahi Bhalle (With No Fry Option)
    • chilli chicken in a skillet
      Chilli Chicken
    • Banana avocado chaat
      Banana Avocado Chaat
    • Tandoori chicken served with chutney and cucumber salald
      Tandoori Chicken
    • swisschardspiralrolls
      Swiss Chard Aloo Vadi {Patra, Pathrado}
    • Gobi Manchurian served over hakka noodles
      Gobi Manchurian
    • broccoli and tofu patties
      Broccoli and Tofu Patties

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    Hi, I'm Archana: a former software engineer, now a full-time blogger. I am a mother of two boys who share my love for food and cooking. Words I love to hear are, โ€œMom, whatโ€™s for dinner?โ€ The same words I say to my mom every time we speak. I live in the greater New York City Area with my husband and sons.

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