Masala Papad: Learn ways to give a simple papad a new taste and look; everyone at home will love it..
- byShikha Srivastava
- 29 Jan, 2026
Papad is a simple yet essential part of Indian cuisine. It's commonly eaten with spices or vegetables, but if you want to make papad delicious in some unique ways, these easy ideas will come in handy.

1. Ghee or Butter Papad (Desi Tadka)
Roast the papad on a griddle.
Apply a little ghee or butter on top.
Sprinkle some chaat masala or black pepper.
This trick makes the papad fragrant and soft yet crispy.
2. Masala Papad (Most Popular and Quick & Tasty)
Roast the papad on a griddle or in the microwave.
Top with chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander.
Add lemon juice and chaat masala.
A perfect snack with tea or lunch.
What ingredients are used to make masala papad delicious?
A. Only ghee and butter
B. Chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, coriander
C. Garlic powder and mustard oil
D. Oregano and chili flakes
3. Lemon-Pepper Papad
Squeeze some lemon juice on the roasted papad and sprinkle black pepper on top.
This papad becomes slightly tangy and incredibly fragrant.
4. Garlic-Masala Papad
Roast the papad and sprinkle a little garlic powder, red chili powder, and salt on it.
You can also apply a little mustard oil if desired.
Perfect for those who love spiciness and the aroma of garlic.
5. Cheesy Papad (Kids' Favorite)
Microwave the papad for 15-20 seconds.
Grate cheese on top and then microwave for another 10-15 seconds.
Instantly melted cheese… a perfect fusion snack.
6. Herb-Spice Papad
After roasting, sprinkle the papad with:
Oregano
Mixed herbs
Chili flakes
You can also call this a pizza-style papad.
7. Roasted Butter Papad (Dhaba-Style)
Available at many dhabas (roadside eateries).
Roast the papad.
Apply butter on it and sprinkle some garam masala.
It will give a smoky flavor.
8. Papad Salad
Break the roasted papad and mix it into a salad.
Cucumber, tomato, onion, lemon, salt – a healthy and crunchy dish is ready.

Tips: How to keep papad always crispy?
Do not store in a humid place; keep it in an airtight container.
Keeping the papad in the microwave for 10-15 seconds makes it instantly crispy.
Roast it on low heat on the gas stove; it won't burn or become misshapen.
These ways to make papad tasty are very easy and upgrade your snack in minutes.
Try these ideas once, and your papad will never taste boring again.
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