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Friday is here again, and it is time to watch the long-awaited series everyone is discussing. As there’s no work tomorrow, binge-watch as many episodes as possible before the weekend ends. To make the mood even better, let's binge-eat some crunchy snacks and enjoy the night while it lasts.
Snacks have always been an inseparable part of movies. Getting lost in the once-in-a-while mindless eating while watching the favourite characters in action is a pleasure. And foods like popcorn and chips always come in handy.
While packaged foods are convenient, they are also filled with preservatives, palm oil, sodium, and artificial flavour. Instead, switching these snacks with homemade alternatives can give you potential health benefits and make up for a guilt-free indulgence.
Try These Easy Snacks For A Late-Night Movie Session
1) Baked Butter Popcorn
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Popcorn is always the first preference when it comes to movie snacks. Adding butter instead of oil gives every bite a velvety and satisfying texture. Whether you like it salty or sweet, the versatility of popcorn makes them go well with any flavour.
2) Oil-Free Vegetable Nuggets
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Made with a combination of healthy vegetables, this recipe results in a gratifying snack baked to perfection, creating a crispy crust and a soft inside. Vegetables like carrots, cauliflower, potatoes, onions, and corn make it a hearty snack for curbing late-night cravings.
3) Ghee Roasted Makhana
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Makhana or fox nuts, when roasted in ghee and seasoned with salt, come out as an amazing treat that you can binge eat any time. They are packed with nutrients and antioxidants, making them one of the healthiest snacks you can get your hands on.
4) Baked Vegetable Chips
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These chips will make you forget about the fried potato chips. Vegetables like beetroot, kale, zucchini, and carrot bring out their unique sweet and bitter flavours when roasted in the oven. The unmatched flavours of these vegetables taste delightful when paired with seasoned dips.
5) Roasted Nuts
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Nuts and dry fruits are known for their high protein, fibre content, and numerous nutrients. The crunchy and flavourful nuts are perfect for eating late at night. Different nuts like peanuts, almonds, walnuts, and cashews give off different textures and flavours in the mouth, and the seasonings make it even better.
6) Baked Papdi Chaat
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Baked papdi chaat is one of the best oil-free snacks with savoury, sweet and fresh flavours that give a burst of taste in the mouth. With the dash of chaat masala and tamarind chutney, all the ingredients are infused together, creating a heavenly bite.
7) Baked Cheesy Corn
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Corn kernels have a mild, sweet, and juicy flavour that shines through when roasted in the oven. Mixing it with some cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese adds to the gooey and cheesy texture. Season it by sprinkling some black pepper and salt and garnish with fresh herbs.
The best part about these recipes is you don't need to do anything extra, and all the ingredients are readily available at home. Their healthy properties make it a guilt-free treat that you can munch on without a second thought.
