Generous doses of ginger, garlic, and coriander give these addictive chips their tantalizing South Asian appeal. They're made to be sold exclusively in India, but if you happen to spy a bag at an Indian grocery here in the U.S., be sure to grab it. Lay's Magic Masala Potato Chips, $3.49 for a 70-gram bag at Amazon.com. Todd Coleman
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