Got Leftover Dal? Here Are 8 Dishes You Can Whip Up Fast

Dal Paratha: Mix leftover dal with whole wheat flour, spices, and knead into dough. Roll and cook like regular parathas. (AI generated image)

Dal Khichdi: Add rice, veggies, and some spices to the dal and pressure cook for a comforting one-pot meal. (AI generated image)

Dal Cheela: Mix dal with besan (gram flour), onions, and green chilies to make savory pancakes on a tawa. (AI generated image)

Dal Tikki: Use leftover dal with mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, and spices to shape and shallow-fry as crispy cutlets. (AI generated image)

Dal Handvo: Mix leftover dal with rice flour, grated veggies, and curd; ferment and cook as a savory Gujarati cake. (AI generated image)

Dal Kachori: Use thick leftover dal as a stuffing for crispy, flaky kachoris — perfect for tea time! (AI generated image)

Dal Soup: Blend leftover dal with water or stock, add garlic, herbs, and give it a western-style soup twist. (AI generated image)

Dal Pakora: Thicken dal with besan or rice flour, add chopped onions and chilies, then deep-fry spoonfuls for crunchy fritters. (AI generated image)