Papdi

Papdi – Indian Crispy Wafers

A beloved Indian snack and chaat essential, Papdi are small, crispy, deep-fried wheat wafers with a satisfying crunch and a lightly spiced, savoury flavour. Whether enjoyed on their own as a snack or used as the crunchy base for India's most popular street food dishes, papdi are a must-have in every South Asian kitchen.

Why You'll Love It

• Perfectly crispy – light, crunchy wafers with a satisfying bite every time
• Lightly spiced – a subtle, savoury seasoning that makes them irresistibly moreish
• Chaat essential – the key ingredient in papdi chaat, dahi papdi chaat, and sev puri
• Great as a snack – delicious on their own with a cup of chai or as a party nibble
• Versatile – use as a base for chaat toppings or crush over chaats and salads for added crunch
• Suitable for vegetarians

Serving Suggestions

Layer with boiled potatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt, tamarind chutney, green chutney, and sev for a classic Papdi Chaat. Top with dahi (yoghurt), chutneys, and pomegranate for a refreshing Dahi Papdi Chaat. Also wonderful served alongside pickles and chutneys as a tea-time snack, or crushed over chaats and salads for an extra crunch.

Type: Papdi / Indian Crispy Wafers / Namkeen  |  Suitable for: Vegetarians