6 Easy And Cheap Dishes To Make With Stale, Leftover Chapatis

Chapatis and rotis are something that every Indian household has an excess of at some point or the other. This staple is eaten almost every day, and sometimes, it gets a little boring. You can jazz up your meals by giving the humble chapati a fabulous makeover. Here are some easy dishes you can make with the stale, leftover chapatis in your fridge. 

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1. Roti Quesadillas

Because quesadillas are essentially very similar to chapatis, they are the perfect go-to for any old and leftover chapatis you might have. You can use your favourite fillings to make these delicious (cheesy) snacks. 

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2. Chapati Cutlets 

Take your old chapatis and make them ‘fancy’ with this recipe. This is a great and fun way to utilize your rotis so they don’t go to waste. Serve with green chutney, garnish with love, and you’re good to go!

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3. Chapati Chips 

All you really need to make this dish a perfect snack is a good dip, and you can make that at home as well. Of course, there are a lot of store-bought varieties which would make a great combination with these crispy treats too!

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4. Chapati Noodles 

Feel like eating Asian fusion, but all there is in your refrigerator is a bunch of old chapatis? Fret not. You can make a brilliant noodle dish out of chapatis and it is going to taste divine! Might seem a little incredible, but makes for a great snack for all ages. 

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5. Seyal Phulka

This Sindhi dish will leave you wanting more. Made with old leftover chapatis, tomatoes, garlic, and spices, this is a lip-smacker of a dish. This is very easy to make and will serve as a great snack or even lunch in a pinch.

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6. Leftover Roti Rabri 

Looking for something sweet? Chapatis are here to save the day again. You can make some great sweet-treats out of old chapatis, but this rabri recipe will have you salivating. You can experiment with this easy roti rabri recipe and create something iconic!

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Don’t just resort to microwaving your sad, old chapatis anymore. Step outside the box and make yourself a super-cool meal with your leftovers! 

Tell us your favourite recipes in the comments below. 

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