The Definitive Indian Snack Ranking
We ranked every Indian snack available at PGM Distributors based on three criteria: nostalgia factor (how much it reminds you of home), value (price per serving), and shareability (will your non-Indian friends like it?).
🥇 1. Haldiram's Plain Bhujia — The King
Nostalgia: ★★★★★ | Value: ★★★★☆ |
Shareability: ★★★★★There is no debate. Nagpur-style bhujia is the single most craveable Indian snack in existence. Crispy, spiced, and dangerously addictive. You will finish the packet.
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🥈 2. Maggi 2-Minute Noodles (40-Pack)
Nostalgia: ★★★★★ | Value: ★★★★★ |
Shareability: ★★★★☆Not just a snack — it's a lifestyle. The 40-pack is the correct quantity. You think it'll last months. It won't.
Buy Maggi →
🥉 3. Parle-G Biscuits
Nostalgia: ★★★★★ | Value: ★★★★★ |
Shareability: ★★★☆☆The world's best-selling biscuit. Dunk in chai. That's the instruction manual.
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4. Haldiram's Moong Dal
Salty, crispy, perfect for Netflix binges when you're tired of popcorn.Buy Moong Dal →
5. Sweet Karam Coffee Banana Chips
Kerala-style, fried in coconut oil. The crunch is therapeutic.Buy Banana Chips →
6. Lijjat Papad (Jeera)
Microwave for 45 seconds. Instant satisfaction. Cumin flavor is the correct choice.Buy Lijjat Papad →
7. Alpenliebe Creamfills
The chocolate-filled version is elite. 90-piece pouch.Buy Alpenliebe →
8-10. Mentos (Mint, Orange, Strawberry)
Bulk jars with 210 pieces each. Office snack status.Buy Mentos →
11. Farmley Date Bites
Dates + pistachios + ghee + no added sugar = the healthy Indian sweet you didn't know you needed.Buy Date Bites →
12. Troovy Masala Veggie Chips
30% protein, no palm oil. The guilt-free Indian chip option.Buy Troovy Chips →
13. Parle Kaccha Mango Toffee
Sweet, sour, chewy. The summer candy of every Indian childhood.Buy Kaccha Mango →
14. Frooti Mango Drink (50-Pack)
Technically a beverage. Emotionally a snack. 150ml tetra packs.Buy Frooti →
15. Healthy Nutmix
Almonds, cashews, raisins, cranberries, dates. The responsible choice you make after eating all the above.Buy Nutmix →
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