Weddings or ‘shaadis’ as we call them in South Asia are always a grand affair – it is the epitome of desi culture in that there are lots of colorful parties and events immediately preceding the wedding.
The South Asian diaspora in the U.S. continues this tradition however more recently we’ve seen gatherings become smaller, yet no less emotional or extravagant. Even when people prefer to keep the celebrations modest, the air around shaadis is exciting, elaborate, and fun.
Characterized by plenty of guests and good vibes, the shaadi season is one big reason for everyone to be in a festive mood for days. Guests often come to stay over, days before the ceremony, and celebrate amid family, good food, and a truckload of sweets. And of course, since hospitality is such a big part of the South Asian culture, you can’t imagine leaving your guests hungry!
Today we tell you how to host a pre-wedding party at your home in a simple way, and still ensure everyone has the time of their life, while you spend fewer hours in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities.
Why choose snack foods to serve at shaadi parties
Most pre-shaadi celebrations involve lots of snacking rather than proper sit-down meals. With night-long sessions of putting mehndi, playing the dholki, singing songs, and lots of celebrations, a steady supply of snack foods is exactly what you need to add charm to the party. This means you must have a few hand-held foods on the menu that are easy to serve and consume – for instance, halal frozen snacks and kebabs from Kaiser & Colonel Kababz.
So go ahead, and fill your table with popular Indian snacks, all-time kebab favorites, and more to give your guests a super tasty selection to munch this shaadi season. These ready-to-eat or cook products mean you don’t have to fret about preparing an elaborate menu or catering an expensive snack platter. Take a look at our recommendations, and to explore more click here.
Samosa: The ultimate Indian snack to spice up your festivities
Samosa makes the top of the list for obvious reasons. It is extremely versatile, and an absolute favorite. From exciting chicken, lamb, and beef varieties to veggie-filled samosas, there is a filling for everyone’s taste. This is why no wedding season is ever complete without a mound of samosa to relish.
Kaiser samosas deliver the most variety you’ll find. There are crispy wrappers with juicy and meaty fillings and handmade Punjabi-style samosas stuffed with chicken and veggies. The best part is they come in different sizes from small to extra large.
The size of the Kaiser mini chicken and beef samosas makes them the perfect canapés for any shaadi snack platter. Plus you get more for less with the 30-piece value pack. If you want to add lamb samosa for your meat-loving guests, Kaiser has the perfect fusion of Indian and Mediterranean culinary traditions. And, for your vegetarian guests, the mid-sized OG Kaiser Vegetable samosa is unbeatable with its rich filling of potatoes, peas, and herbs.
Other unique fillings in the mid-sized crispy samosa range include chicken tikka, pizza, and gyro.
All are ready to enjoy in under ten minutes!
Spring Rolls: The all-time South Asian snack favorite to keep things rolling
Spring rolls are the next best thing you can serve. The super crunchy top shell, with layers of juicy filling inside, is just beautiful especially when you bite into it right out of the fryer. Serve these South Asian favorites with a green minty raita for the best combination.
Kaiser spring rolls offer loads of varieties to choose from. Add the Chicken spring roll to your menu along with the Butter Chicken or Chicken Kabab spring roll for a little extra flavor and more “fusion”. For those who like to keep things vegetarian, there is nothing better than the Kaiser Veggie spring roll with its savory veggie filling in a flaky wrapper.
Just plop your favorite selections into hot oil and they are ready to go in no time.
Indian wraps & rolls: Go for a “hand-held meal” choice
Indian wraps and rolls are a great choice for a shaadi snack platter. They add a more satisfying option for the hungrier mouths who may crave a quick meal instead of snack bites.
With all the energy-draining festivity in full swing, Kaiser wraps and rolls with lamb and chicken kebabs rolled into a flaky paratha, cut into halves, and served with chutney may be what your guests love the best. Also, the Kaiser wraps lineup gives you vegetarian options with Delhi-style chole bhature and paneer tikka masala fillings.
The best part is these Indian wraps are hassle-free. Grab them from your frozen pantry, heat them, and serve!
Kebabs: The world’s new food favorite is a shaadi-must!
For South Asians, especially those hailing from Pakistan, no wedding celebration is complete without kebabs or chicken tikka. These foods are common at wedding events, especially the ‘Mehndi’ which involves an intricate henna application, making it best to serve items such as kebabs and tikka, for ease of consumption.
Colonel Kababz offers the best and the most variety of kebabs. Indulge in the rich flavors of traditional cuisine with Chicken Seekh Kabab, Chicken Gola Kabab, and Chicken Shami Kabab. Add the beef and lamb seekh variety for those who seek deeper flavors. Tandoori Chicken Tikka is not only a hit among adults but also kids. And the best part? All of these come ready to eat so all you have to do is heat them in a skillet or pop them into the oven for a few minutes until they are all warm and good to go!
Savory puff pastries: Add a Parisian touch to your desi food platter
Celebrating a shaadi does not mean you have to limit your food palate to Indian snacks alone. Add Parisian flare to your menu with puff pastries. Kaiser puff pastries offer a unique variety of fillings from chicken, and kebab to vegetarian options like spinach & cheese, and olive & fetta.
Some are ready to eat and only require you to heat them. Others are ready to cook and need about 20 minutes in the oven before your guests can enjoy them.
Kiddie favorites: Options for the little mouths at the party
The halal chicken nuggets and chicken cutlets from Kaiser make fun and yummy treats for the kids at the party. These breaded snack items are a pick-me-up for kids of all ages and preferences. The good thing is like other Kaiser & Colonel Kababz products, they require minimal effort to prepare but are a hit at any kiddie party!
Concluding words…
Wedding celebrations are an exciting time for families and friends to come together and celebrate with good food, drinks, games, and more. It is also a time when emotions run high and there is plenty to do. As a host you shouldn’t have to slave away in the kitchen for all hours of the day, to get the food ready for the festivities. With Indian snacks from Kaiser & Colonel Kababz, you can rest assured your guests get to experience authentic flavors and delicious taste, and more importantly, everything is ready with minimal effort on your part.
With food this good, your guests may just say “I do” for seconds!
So why wait? Try our suggestions and remember to tag us on Facebook and Instagram with your favorites this shaadi season.
