5 Lesser-Known Indian Snacks You Must Try

There is a plethora of hidden gems in regional Indian cuisines that go beyond the popular ones. Here are five of such lesser-known snacks you must try.

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Sidu

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Bhey

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Dhuska

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Locho

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Gojjavalakki

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