6 Indian Snacks to Spice up Your Game Nights and Hangouts

Sports fans all over the world have a lot to look forward to. FIFA’s group stages for 2022’s World Cup are underway, the Tour De France will be starting next month, and a spate of upcoming sporting events are sure to excite even the casual sports fan.

With the events lined up, the only thing game night hosts need to worry about is the line up for their plates!

While the usual choice would be the convenient pizza delivery, we’re here to give you another option; Indian cuisine. The reason? It’s tasty, it’s different, and it’s easy to cook up in any kitchen if you’re up to it.

Plus, the list we’ve compiled here is filled with Indian cuisine meant for easy snacking. After all, people can’t be bothered to stare at their plates during game night, right?

Chicken or Paneer Skewers

It’s easy to see why skewers are a great option for game night. Hand held and tasty, they are a sure way to delight any guests during game night!

The key here is the seasoning. Whether you choose to go with the chicken or the Paneer (Indian cottage cheese), the best skewers are those with ingredients that are well coated with the tikka masala spices.

As an extra tip, don’t forget to serve with lemons! Squeezing them on the skewers right before biting in is the best way to enjoy them.

Shawarmas

Beef, Lamb, Veal, or Chicken; you decide. The best thing about the shawarma is how it's so customizable. You can think of it as an Indian cuisine version of the burrito, albeit with a different kind of bite.

The trick with shawarmas is making sure you use the freshest of ingredients to guarantee that extra crunch with each bite. You wouldn’t go wrong with preparing your own garlic sauce as well as this can ensure you’ve got it tailored to your preferences.

Samosas

Hailed as India’s favorite snack, it’s easy to see why these deep fried pockets are so popular. They can be stuffed with spicy potatoes, mince filling, or a combination of the two.

Their ease of handling is the reason why you’ll see this in most public places in India; on the train, on the streets, or even at sporting complexes as a way to get a tasty snack in between work, home, and play.

Pakoras or Bhajias

Continuing our choices in deep fried goodness, Pakoras and Bhajias are a great treat with a little less guilt involved.

Pakoras are essentially deep fried vegetables coated in a spiced batter made from chickpea flour. Bhajias are similar but use potatoes instead of vegetables. Both are fried till they are golden brown and crispy, making each bite a delight.

Biryani

While this one isn’t as convenient to hold as the others, biryanis are still a great option due to the variety available along with the inherent tastiness of the dish.

The dish is a mixed rice dish with Indian spices, choice of meat (even prawns!), along with vegetables, eggs, or potatoes depending on the variety you’ve chosen.

Conclusion

We hope this article has helped convince you to give Indian food a chance for your next game night. While it may not be something you would normally eat, we suggest going out of your comfort zone so you don’t miss out on these amazing snacks.

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