Papdi Chaat: Crispy Street-Style Recipe For A Refreshing Snack

By Garima Johar

February 24, 2026

Papdi chaat is a crispy and refreshing snack that is perfect to tackle evening cravings. Munch into papdis swirled in a sweet dahi with dal-based bhallas. Top the chaat with your favourite chutneys and enjoy.

Ingredients

1 cup urad dal 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds Pinch of salt Oil for frying 2 cups dahi 4 cups water Papdi as required 1 tablespoon green chutney 1 tablespoon tamarind chutney 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds Chopped cilantro for garnish

Step 1

Soak the urad dal and blend it with cumin seeds, ginger paste, and salt.

Step 2

Deep fry small portions of the batter to make the bhallas and soak them in water.

Step 3

Whisk dahi and water together and add the soaked bhallas to it, removing the extra water.

Step 4

Add papdi, green and tamarind chutney with the spices and mix all the contents.

Step 5

Garnish with pomegranate seeds and cilantro, and your papdi chaat will be ready.