New Delhi: Evenings often arrive with a gentle pause, a moment when the day slows down, the sunlight softens, and the craving for something warm with tea quietly settles in. It’s that comforting time when you want a quick snack but not something that demands long hours in the kitchen. Simple, flavourful, and ready in minutes, that’s the magic of instant evening snacks.
Whether you’re returning home after a long workday or looking for effortless treats to pair with your aromatic cup of chai, these two recipes promise taste, speed, and satisfaction. They are easy to prepare, need basic ingredients from your pantry, and bring a warm, homely touch to your tea-time ritual.
Quick evening snack recipes
Here are two delicious and easy-to-make snack ideas that are perfect to be enjoyed during tea time with your loved ones.
Masala Bread Bites
Ingredients (for 2 servings)
- 4 bread slices (white/whole wheat/multigrain)
- 1 tbsp oil
- ½ tsp mustard seeds
- 1 finely chopped green chilli
- 1 small onion, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped capsicum
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes (seed removed)
- Salt to taste
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp pav bhaji masala or chaat masala
- Fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
How to make:
Cut the bread slices into small squares or triangles. Keep aside.
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, green chilli, onion and sauté for a minute.
Add capsicum, tomato, salt, and spices. Sauté until lightly cooked but still crunchy.
Add the bread pieces to the masala and gently toss. Make sure every piece is coated beautifully.
Finish with lemon juice and coriander. Serve hot immediately.
Honey-Chilli Paneer Toast
Ingredients (for 2 servings)
- 4 bread slices
- 150 g paneer, crumbled
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- ½ tsp soy sauce (optional)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped spring onion or coriander
How to make:
- Heat butter in a pan and add crumbled paneer.
- Season with salt, pepper, chilli flakes, soy sauce, and honey. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Toast bread slices lightly in the same pan until crisp.
- Spread the warm honey-chilli paneer mixture generously on each toast.
- Garnish with chopped coriander or spring onions and serve immediately.
Essy to make and digest, these are not just quick but filled with flavours and aroma that make your evenings even better and enjoyable with the loved ones.
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