Enjoy the rainy season with these easy and lip-smacking recipes

Nothing matches the joy of indulging in snacks like samosas, pakodas, chaats or roasted bhuttas (corn) along with a hot cup of tea on a rainy day. But in case you wish to add some twist to your regular monsoon munchies, here are some easy recipes you can try this rainy season.

1. Fresh Corn Bhel

Monsoon calls for some yummy corn dishes. And this corn bhel recipe is just the right mix of tangy and spicy to enjoy on a rainy day.

2. Baked Almond Kofta

Looking for a quick and easy snack that is filled with nutritional benefits and does not compromise on flavour? Then this recipe is just for you. A delectable treat made with vitamin E-rich almonds and creamy potatoes to savour with loved ones.

3. Aloo And Dal Tikki

Enjoy this healthy tikki recipe made with chana dal which boosts your immunity and increases muscle strength. You can opt to bake these tikkis instead of frying them to make a healthier snack.

4. Rajma Pakoda

No rainy season is complete without mouth-watering pakodas on the menu. And these pakodas made with kidney beans are not just healthy but also super yummy and easy to make.

5. Moong Dal Samosa

Moong dal is everyone's one-stop solution for protein and nutrients. Use this nutrient-rich dal mixed with tangy spices for your samosa stuffing and you get a hearty snack to enjoy with your hot cup of tea.

6. East-West Spring Rolls

Want to add a Chinese twist to your tea-time snacks? Try this flavourful spring rolls recipe that is quick and easy to rustle up. And it can be baked instead of fried.

Something Very Special!

Ingredients for Spinach Fritters:

100g – Bengal gram (Besan)

20g – Corn flour

1/2 tsp – Turmeric

5g – Carom seeds

Salt to taste

Water as required

Take some medium-sized spinach leaves and wash in cold water. Keep aside to dry.

Combine bengal gram, corn flour, turmeric, carom seeds, salt and water to make a smooth batter. Coat the spinach leaves with it.

Heat oil on medium flame and fry the batter-coated spinach leaves until they get crispy.

Ingredients for Mango Jalapeno Chutney:

60g – Ripe mango

10g – Jalapeno

10g – Chopped onion

1 tsp – Lemon juice

5g – Cumin powder

3/4 no – Coriander sprigs

Salt to taste

*Cut fresh ripe mango into small cubes.

*Chop jalapeno and onion.

*Squeeze lemon juice and add cumin powder, chopped coriander and salt.

*Mix all ingredients together and your dip is ready!

Which one would you like to try?