Papadums – Lentil & Chickpea Crisps with Cumin Spice

Trader Joe’s Papadums are traditional-style Indian-inspired crisps made from a simple dough of lentils and chickpeas. These thin, round discs are fried until airy and crisp, creating a light yet crunchy snack with deep cultural roots in Indian cuisine.

Lightly seasoned with salt and cumin, they offer a warm, earthy flavor with a subtle nuttiness from the legumes. While smaller than traditional restaurant papadums, they retain the same signature texture and taste, making them perfect for snacking or dipping.

They pair especially well with chutneys, yogurt-based dips, or Indian-inspired meals like curry, dal, and biryani. Their crisp structure makes them ideal for scooping sauces and adding texture to any plate.

• Type: Fried Lentil & Chickpea Crisps
• Flavor Profile: Nutty, lightly salted, cumin-spiced
• Texture: Light, airy, crisp
• Style: Traditional Indian-inspired snack
• Best Uses: Dipping, pairing with curries, chutneys, spreads
• Base Ingredients: Lentils and chickpeas

Lentils, chickpeas, rice bran oil, baking soda, cumin, salt.

• Servings per container: 5
• Serving size: 1 oz (28g / about 14 crisps)
• Calories: 140
• Total Fat: 8g (10% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 4g (20% DV)
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg (0% DV)
• Sodium: 210mg (9% DV)
• Total Carbohydrate: 13g (5% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 3g (11% DV)
• Total Sugars: 1g
• Includes Added Sugars: 0g (0% DV)
• Protein: 5g
• Vitamin D: 0mcg (0% DV)
• Calcium: 30mg (2% DV)
• Iron: 1.1mg (6% DV)
• Potassium: 250mg (6% DV)