Non-Stop Cricket Action? Here’s How to Make Cooking Quicker & Easier on Match Days

This might get me cancelled but I think cricket should be declared as the national game of the county. And when finally the women's premier league is here to break all the records. 

No one can beat the enthusiasm that us Indians have when it comes to throwing cricket watch parties. 

And since the cricket season is on and no one wants to miss out on any moment, we have curated quick and easy recipes to cook on match days.

Here are 12 recipes that will save all your time so that you can enjoy your match watch party:

1. Air Fryer Aloo Tikki 

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Aloo Tikki is a classic Indian street food that is crispy on the outside and soft inside. This air-fried version gives you the same taste with less oil, making it a healthier yet delicious option for your snack table.

Ingredients:

• 2 boiled potatoes (mashed)
• 2 tbsp cornflour or rice flour
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• Oil spray

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and shape into small patties.
2. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
3. Brush or spray oil on the tikkis and air-fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Serve hot with mint chutney and ketchup.

2. Masala Peanuts

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Masala peanuts are the ultimate crunchy snack—spicy, tangy, and perfect for munching between overs.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw peanuts
• ½ cup gram flour (besan)
• 2 tbsp rice flour
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp water
• Oil spray

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients except peanuts to form a thick paste.
2. Coat peanuts evenly with the mixture.
3. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
4. Let them cool for crunchiness and enjoy!

3. Crispy Onion Pakoras 

These crispy onion fritters pair perfectly with a hot cup of chai and green chutney.

Ingredients:

• 2 onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup gram flour (besan)
• 2 tbsp rice flour
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix onions with salt and let them rest for 5 minutes.
2. Add besan, rice flour, and spices. Mix well.
3. Add water gradually to form a thick batter.
4. Heat oil and deep-fry in small batches until golden brown.
5. Serve hot with green chutney.

4. Chilli Cheese Toast 

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A perfect cheesy delight with the spice of green chilies!

Ingredients:

• 4 bread slices
• 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella & cheddar mix)
• 1 green chili (finely chopped)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp butter
• ½ tsp oregano
• ½ tsp red chili flakes

Instructions:

1. Spread butter on bread slices.
2. Mix cheese, chili, black pepper, oregano, and chili flakes.
3. Spread the cheese mixture on bread.
4. Toast in a pan or bake at 180°C for 5-7 minutes until cheese melts.

5. Masala Corn Chaat 

A quick, tangy, and healthy snack for a fuss-free match-watching experience.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup boiled corn
• 1 tsp butter
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp chaat masala
• ½ tsp black salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a pan and add boiled corn.
2. Add chili powder, chaat masala, and black salt. Toss well.
3. Squeeze lemon juice and mix.
4. Serve warm with chopped coriander on top.

6. Paneer Tikka Bites 

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Perfect for match-time snacking—grilled and flavorful!

Ingredients:

• 200g paneer (cubed)
• ½ cup yogurt
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp mustard oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients to form a marinade.
2. Coat paneer cubes and marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Skewer the paneer and grill in an OTG or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.

7. Dahi Puri 

A street-style snack that is exploding with flavors!

Ingredients:

• 8 puris (pani puri or golgappa shells)
• ½ cup boiled potatoes (mashed)
• ½ cup yogurt
• 2 tbsp tamarind chutney
• 2 tbsp green chutney
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 2 tbsp sev (thin fried noodles)
• Coriander for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill puris with mashed potatoes.
2. Add yogurt, tamarind chutney, and green chutney.
3. Sprinkle chaat masala and top with sev.

8. Bread Pakora

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A deep-fried delight with a spiced potato filling inside!

Ingredients:

• 4 bread slices
• 2 boiled potatoes (mashed)
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1 cup gram flour (besan)
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix mashed potatoes with spices.
2. Spread filling on a bread slice and cover with another.
3. Dip in gram flour batter and deep-fry until golden.

9. Samosa Chaat 

A flavor explosion with spicy, tangy, and crunchy textures!

Ingredients:

• 2 samosas (crushed)
• ½ cup boiled chickpeas
• ½ cup yogurt
• 2 tbsp tamarind chutney
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 2 tbsp sev
• Coriander for garnish

Instructions:

1. Place crushed samosas on a plate.
2. Add chickpeas, yogurt, tamarind chutney, and chaat masala.
3. Top with sev and garnish with coriander.

10. Peri Peri Popcorn

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If you want to elevate your basic popcorn and make it perfect for the Indian taste palette. 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup popcorn kernels
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp peri peri seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp red chili powder

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add popcorn kernels, and cover.
2. Once popping slows down, transfer to a bowl.
3. Sprinkle peri peri seasoning, salt, and chili powder.
4. Toss well and serve hot!

11. Masala Maggi 

When nothing goes, go for maggi. Maggi has to be the staple snack in India. This recipe will be a game-changer for your basic maggi recipe. 

Ingredients:

• 1 pack Maggi noodles
• 1 cup water
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• ½ tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil, sauté onions and tomatoes.
2. Add spices, Maggi, and water.
3. Cook for 2 minutes and serve hot.

12. Jeera Rice

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Jeera rice is one of the easiest recipes to make which is also very fulfilling. You can always pair it with sabzi, chicken or gravy of your choice.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 tbsp ghee
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups water
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds and bay leaf.
2. Add washed rice and sauté for a minute.
3. Pour water, add salt, and cook until rice is done.
4. Serve with dal or curry.

Conclusion

This article is your guide to make 12 quick and easy to make recipes at your home. You do not have to stand in a kitchen for hours. We have curated everything you need to know to make these recipes.

The best part about these recipes is the versatility—you can grill them in an oven, pan-fry them, or air-fry them for a healthier alternative. 

For making these recipes even easier you can use kitchen appliances from Glen India.