Dal Papad

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, Dal Papad is a classic Indian snack that's surprisingly easy to make at home. Crafted with protein-packed urad dal (split black gram), these wafer-thin discs are delicately spiced with asafoetida, black pepper, and cumin seeds, giving them a signature savory aroma. The dough, enhanced with a touch of baking soda for lightness, is rolled into ultra-thin sheets before being deep-fried to perfection. The result? A crunchy, puffed delight that's perfect as an appetizer, snack, or a side dish to complement a full Indian meal. Pair these irresistible papads with tangy chutneys or enjoy them as standalone crispy bites. Ready in under an hour (excluding soaking time), Dal Papad is a must-try for anyone craving authentic Indian flavors with a homemade touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Urad dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup Water
• 2 cups Oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and soak the urad dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight until it becomes soft.

Step 2

Drain the soaked dal and grind it into a smooth paste using a grinder or blender, adding minimal water if necessary.

Step 3

Transfer the dal paste into a large mixing bowl. Add asafoetida, ground black pepper, cumin seeds, baking soda, and salt to the dal paste.

Step 4

Add vegetable oil to the mixture and gradually mix in water to form a dough. The dough should be firm but not sticky.

Step 5

Divide the dough into small equal portions and roll each into a small ball approximately 1 inch in diameter.

Step 6

Place one dough ball on a lightly greased surface and flatten it with a rolling pin into a thin disc, as thin as you can without tearing.

Step 7

Repeat the rolling process for all the dough balls, placing the rolled papads on a clean cloth or tray.

Step 8

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully slide one or two papads into the oil.

Step 9

Fry the papads until they puff up and turn golden brown, flipping once for even cooking. This should take about 1-2 minutes per papad.

Step 10

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried papads and drain the excess oil by placing them on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 11

Serve the crispy dal papads hot with your favorite chutney or enjoy them as a side with an Indian meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5209.7

Total Fat 529.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2763.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 51.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.0mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 2053.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.3%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 8.9%