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Lentil crisp
Papad
15 g1 papad (about 15 g)
Typical plain papad about 15 g; brand sizes vary.
Instead of Lentil crisp
Nothing truly replaces papad's salty lentil crispness, but sev or toasted chapati gives crunch.
Crisp chickpea-flour noodlesUse the same weight, lightly crushed. It is crisp and salty, good as a garnish; it is finer and more brittle than papad and saltier, so reduce added salt.
Puffed riceUse the same weight, dry-toasted until crisp. It gives crunch but is lighter and less salty; add just before serving so it does not go soggy.
ChapatiUse the same weight, toasted dry until brittle and crushed. It is a crisp stand-in but lacks papad's lentil flavour and salinity.
