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Leftover Dal Paratha Recipe | Quick & Easy Indian Paratha
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Leftover Dal Paratha Recipe | Quick & Easy Indian Paratha

Leftover Dal Paratha is an easy way to use cooked dal. It turns leftover dal into a tasty homemade meal. First, transfer the leftover dal to a large bowl. Then, add wheat flour according to the consistency of the dal. Next, add finely chopped green chilies. Mix in chopped onion and fresh coriander as well. After that, season the mixture with salt. However, remember that the cooked dal may already contain salt. Mix everything thoroughly.… Read more

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Preparation Time10 minutes
Cooking Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Calories 250 kcal
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How to Make Leftover Dal Paratha

Leftover Dal Paratha is an easy way to use cooked dal. It turns leftover dal into a tasty homemade meal.

First, transfer the leftover dal to a large bowl. Then, add wheat flour according to the consistency of the dal.

Next, add finely chopped green chilies. Mix in chopped onion and fresh coriander as well.

After that, season the mixture with salt. However, remember that the cooked dal may already contain salt.

Mix everything thoroughly. Then, knead the mixture into a soft dough.

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Roll the Paratha

Once the dough is ready, take a portion of it. Shape it into a dough ball.

Next, place it on a rolling board. Roll it into a regular paratha shape.

Meanwhile, heat a tawa. Make sure the surface is properly hot before cooking.

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Cook Until Golden and Crispy

Now, transfer the rolled paratha to the hot tawa. Cook the first side lightly.

Then, carefully flip the paratha. Cook the other side as well.

Afterward, apply ghee to the paratha. The original recipe uses ghee for cooking.

However, you can also use butter or oil. Continue flipping the paratha while it cooks.

Finally, cook both sides until golden and crispy. Serve the paratha while it is still hot.

Ingredients8 items

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  1. Leftover Cooked DalAs required
  2. Wheat FlourAs required
  3. Green ChiliesAs required, finely chopped
  4. OnionAs required, finely chopped
  5. Fresh CorianderAs required, finely chopped
  6. SaltTo taste
  7. GheeFor cooking
  8. Butter or OilOptional

Method (Steps)4 steps

1

Prepare the Dough with Leftover Dal

Transfer the leftover dal to a large mixing bowl. Gradually add wheat flour according to the consistency of the dal. Next, add finely chopped green chilies, onion and fresh coriander. Season carefully with salt. Mix everything thoroughly and knead until you get a soft dough.

2

Roll the Parathas

Take a portion of the prepared dough and shape it into a ball. Place it on a rolling board and gently roll it into a paratha. Keep the thickness even so the paratha cooks properly on both sides.

3

Cook the Paratha on a Hot Tawa

Heat a tawa and place the rolled paratha on it. Allow the first side to cook lightly. Then, carefully flip it and cook the second side. Continue turning the paratha as needed so both sides cook evenly.

4

Apply Ghee and Cook Until Crispy

Apply ghee to both sides of the paratha. Alternatively, you can use butter or oil. Continue cooking and flipping until both sides become golden and crispy. Once ready, remove it from the tawa and serve hot.

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What to Serve with Leftover Dal Paratha

Serve these parathas hot for the best taste. Curd makes a simple accompaniment.

You can also serve Indian pickle on the side. Green chutney is another good option.

These parathas work well for breakfast or brunch. Moreover, they provide a practical way to reuse leftover dal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Leftover Dal Paratha

Yes. This recipe uses leftover cooked dal directly in the dough.

Not necessarily. Start with the dal and add flour according to its consistency.

Yes. You can use oil or butter instead.

Serve it with curd, pickle or chutney.

Taste the leftover dal first. Then, add salt only if required.

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Prepare the Dough with Leftover Dal

Transfer the leftover dal to a large mixing bowl. Gradually add wheat flour according to the consistency of the dal. Next, add finely chopped green chilies, onion and fresh coriander. Season carefully with salt. Mix everything thoroughly and knead until you get a soft dough.