Masala Papad

This easy masala papad is a mouth-watering snack made with roasted papad topped with fresh vegetables, and chaat masala for a simple snack ready in under 10 minutes.

If you’re looking for an appetizer or snack that is packed with flavor when you’re short on time, this Masala Papad is one you have to try!

Masala Papad for an easy snack or side

If you’re looking for a quick and easy snack, or a way to spice up a plain meal, this masala papad is the easiest thing to prepare. You don’t need a whole lot of ingredients, or even a lot of time to do this.

Roasted papad is often the perfect way to add a little crunch to a simple meal like lentils or vegetable curry. But you can amp up the flavor of the papad with just a few fresh ingredients, you probably already have on hand.

Whether it is the middle of the afternoon, or you need a way to add a little more flavour to a simple meal like Dal Chawal or Dal Khichdi, we think you’ll love this Masala Papad.

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If you’re looking for more simple snacks or appetizer recipes, here are some of our favorites:

• Corn Bhel: Easy Corn Chaat Salad
• Fruit Chaat – Pakistani Fruit Salad
• Masala French Toast: Quick and Easy Indian Breakfast
• Ghugni Chana: Spicy, Street-Style Chickpea Snack

Ingredients & Notes

• Papad – Any brand of Papad works for this recipe. A popular brand is Lijat Papad, available at many Indian stores or online on Amazon. We recommend using simple papad, like the black pepper or cumin variety so that it pairs with the veggies.
• Onion – Fresh, red onions add crunch and a little heat to the masala papad snack.
• Cilantro – We love adding cilantro to add a little freshness.
• Chaat Masala – Chaat masala is a special spice blend used in many Chaat or street food dishes. It is tangy, a little spicy, and super addictive.

You can also top them with whatever else you have on hand, whether it is fresh veggies, like tomatoes, or corn, or even a few chilis to create your own twist.

How to roast papad?

Roast Papad

• Stovetop directions: Roast the papad on a pan, on the stovetop on low to medium flame. Rotate and flip the papad so it cooks evenly on all sides.
• Microwave Instructions: Place papad in the middle of the microwave oven. Turn on the microwave for 30 seconds. Flip and repeat for 15 second intervals until fully roasted. (Time may vary depending on the wattage of your microwave)

Masala Papad

To make the masala papad, place one papad on a plate.

Top with diced red onions, cilantro and chaat masala.

You can adjust the quantity of the toppings per your taste.

Enjoy immediately as a snack, appetizer or a side dish to your favorite Indian meals. The papad will get mushy because of the toppings if not eaten right away.

Serving Suggestions

This Masala Papad is a great snack on its own, or you can serve it alongside a simple meal, like Dal Chawal, or Kadhi and rice.

If you’re looking for more easy meal ideas, here are some of our favorite weeknight curry recipes:

• Bhindi Masala
• Chicken Jalfrezi: Stir-Fry with Chicken and Bell Peppers
• Aloo Methi – Potato and Fenugreek Stir-fry
• Keema Matar: Curry with Ground Meat and Green Peas

If you give this recipe a try, we’d love to see it! Tag us on Instagram @thespicemess