India Papadum (Crunchy Lentil Wafers)
Papadums (also called papads and appalams) are divinely crunchy lentil wafers which entice diners with tamarind, golden mango, or light green cilantro-coconut chutney. Papadum with chutney is a favorite Indian appetizer. Quick and easy to make from scratch, papads are also often available in Indian grocery sections. Recipe Servings: Serves 4
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time
1 hour 30 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 2 cups (184 g) lentil flour
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) cumin
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) water
- 3 Tbsp (45 ml) oil
Directions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C).
- Combine flour, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add water and knead to form a dough.
- Divide dough into 8 balls. On a floured surface, roll dough balls into thin rounds.
- Place rounds on baking trays. Bake for 60 minutes.
- Heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Fry papadums one at a time. Flip with tongs to lightly brown both sides.
- Serve with chutney for an appetizer, or as is for a snack.
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