Papad is called a "papadum" in English. It is a thin, crisp disc-shaped food typically made from a seasoned dough of lentils, chickpea flour, rice, or potato.

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A papad is another name for the papadum which is a thin flatbread wafer used in Indian cuisine.

I think you mean papadum, an Indian cracker-like crisp bread, typically (but not always) made from chickpeas.

Traditionally, you cook them over an open flame with tongs. However, this is REALLY HARD to pull off without burning or undercooking the papadum. A way I discovered (maybe someone else has too) is to put it in the microwave (I know this sounds crazy, but try it!) for a minute. It comes out perfectly cooked and crispy.