8 Desi Dry Snacks To Jazz Up Your Tea Party

By Shreya Goswami August 8, 2023 Image Credit: Pexels Image Credit: Pexels

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Khakhra

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Murukku

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Khari

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Achappam

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Namakpare

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Bhakarwadi

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Makhana

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Thattai

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