By Devi Poojari
While the usual suspects of French fries and mozzarella sticks seem delicious to pick on as accompaniments to your drinks, here are some innovative and delicious bar snacks you can serve at your next gathering.
If you’re going to serve French fries, why not upgrade them into this Canadian classic with a delicious gravy or sauce and lots of cheese? Butter chicken poutine, sign us up!
The popular Spanish style of making prawns, this chilli-garlic butter doused shrimp spiked with some heat from smoky paprika is packed with flavour and great to eat with crusty bread.
Crunchy, inexpensive and incredibly easy to make, fried plantain chips served as is or with a spicy salsa on the side is perfect to munch on between sips.
A shortcut to deliciousness, simply add all kinds of toppings to a tortilla and toast on a pan. Go crazy with the cheeses, veggies, seafood and even bacon, if you’re feeling fancy.
An Indian version of a peanut salad, it’s hard to go wrong with boiled peanuts tossed in chaat masala and spices; this peanut bhel gives boring salted peanuts a run for its money.
For those familiar with this plant-based alternative for meat, tempeh slathered with an Asian dressing and grilled is a substantial vegan option for those who don’t want to compromise on the snacking.
The real deal KFC, fried chicken is served as a common bar snack in watering holes. Psstt…add some vodka to your batter for extra crunchiness.
Potatoes are literally the best way to soak up all the alcohol. Take a diversion from fries and make these crispy, fluffy and spicy potatoes, doused with a sriracha aioli.
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