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Savoury Carrot and Lentil Patties

These savoury carrot and lentil patties are soft on the inside with a lightly crisp outside, made using cooked red lentils and fresh carrots. They are commonly served as a snack, light lunch, or simple dinner option when you want something filling but not heavy. This recipe works well for home cooking because it uses basic ingredients, simple shaping, and shallow frying rather than deep frying. The patties hold together well and are easy for beginners to prepare. Recipe Information Prep time: 15 minutesCooking time: 20 minutesTotal time: 35 minutesServes: 8 to 10 pattiesDifficulty level: Easy Ingredients Main ingredients ¾ … Read more

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carrot lentil patties / easy vegetarian snack / red lentil fritters recipe

Oven Baked Vegetable Cutlets (Crisp Outside, Soft Inside)

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These oven baked vegetable cutlets are a lighter take on a much-loved Indian snack. Mashed vegetables are gently spiced, shaped into patties, and baked until golden, giving a crisp finish without deep frying. They are ideal for evening snacks, kids lunchboxes, or as a starter when you want something homemade and wholesome. The method is simple and suitable for beginners, with clear steps and easily available ingredients. Recipe Information Prep time: 20 minutesCooking time: 25 minutesTotal time: 45 minutesServes: 8 cutletsDifficulty level: Easy Ingredients Vegetables 2 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 1 small carrot, finely grated ¼ cup green peas, … Read more

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easy veg cutlet at home / healthy indian snack recipe / oven baked vegetable cutlets

Crispy Vegetable Bread Pakora (Pan-Fried)

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Vegetable bread pakora is a comforting Indian snack where soft bread is filled with a lightly spiced vegetable mixture, dipped in a chickpea flour batter, and cooked until golden. It is crisp on the outside and warm and savoury inside. This version is pan-fried rather than deep-fried, making it more manageable for home cooks while still giving that familiar street-style flavour. It works well for rainy days, evening tea, or as a filling snack for the whole family. Recipe Information Prep time: 20 minutesCooking time: 15 minutesTotal time: 35 minutesServes: 4Difficulty level: Easy Ingredients For the filling 2 medium potatoes, … Read more