Masala Papad is a delightful Indian appetizer or snack made with a thin, crispy papad topped with a spicy and tangy mixture of peanuts, veggies and spices. Here’s a detailed recipe:
Ingredients:
- 4-5 papads (any variety like urad dal, moong dal, etc.)
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts..
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped
- 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 small capsicum (bell pepper), finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Chaat masala, to taste
- Red chili powder, to taste
- Black salt, to taste
- Lemon juice, as needed
- Sev or crushed papdi (optional, for garnish)
- Oil for shallow frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the Veggies:
- Finely chop the onion, tomato, cucumber, capsicum, green chili, and coriander leaves. Keep them ready in separate bowls.
- Prepare the Papads:
- Heat a skillet or tawa over low-medium heat.
- Add a drop of oil and place a papad on the skillet. Lightly roast it on both sides until it turns crispy. Be cautious as papads cook quickly.
- Repeat this for all the papads and set them aside.
- Prepare the Masala Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted peanuts, chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, capsicum, green chili, and coriander leaves.
- Add chaat masala, red chili powder, black salt, and a splash of lemon juice. Mix everything well to combine. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Assemble the Masala Papad:
- Place the roasted papads on serving plates.
- Spoon the prepared masala mixture evenly over each papad, spreading it out to cover the surface.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Optionally, sprinkle some sev or crushed papdi on top of the masala mixture for added crunch and flavor.
- Serve the Masala Papads immediately as an appetizer or snack.
Enjoy the crunchy goodness of Masala Papad with its tangy, spicy flavors that make for a perfect starter or accompaniment to a meal!
