Leftover Dal Paratha

Arhar Dal Paratha Recipe

Sure! Here's a recipe for arhar dal paratha using leftover dal and wheat flour. This recipe is a great way to repurpose leftover dal and create a delicious and nutritious meal. I'll also include some tips and tricks to help you make the parathas even better.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup leftover arhar dal (cooked and mashed)
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Ghee or oil for cooking the parathas
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover arhar dal, whole wheat flour, chopped onion (if using), chopped green chilies (if using), turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), cumin powder, and salt. Mix everything well.
2. Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a soft and smooth dough. The amount of water required may vary depending on the consistency of the dal. Add water little by little until you achieve the right dough consistency.
3. Once the dough is ready, cover it and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes. This will make it easier to roll out the parathas.
4. After resting, divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
5. Dust a rolling surface with some flour and roll out each dough ball into a circular shape, similar to a chapati or roti.
6. Heat a tawa or a griddle over medium heat. Place a rolled paratha on the tawa and cook it for about a minute or until you see bubbles forming on the surface.
7. Flip the paratha and spread some ghee or oil on top. Press down lightly with a spatula and cook for another minute.
8. Flip it again, and this time, spread some ghee or oil on the other side. Press down lightly with a spatula and cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
9. Remove the paratha from the tawa and repeat the process for the remaining dough portions.

Your arhar dal parathas are now ready to be served! They can be enjoyed with a side of yogurt, pickle, or any chutney of your choice.

Tips and Tricks:

• If the leftover dal is too watery, strain it to remove excess moisture before using it in the dough.
• Adjust the spices according to your taste preferences. You can add more or less chili powder and green chilies depending on the level of spiciness you prefer.
• Adding finely chopped onions and green chilies enhances the flavor of the parathas, but you can omit them if you prefer.
• Make sure to roll the parathas evenly, not too thick or too thin, for even cooking.
• Use ghee or oil generously while cooking the parathas to make them crispy and flavorful.
• Serve the parathas hot for the best taste and texture.

Enjoy your homemade arhar dal parathas!