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In Indian households, one thing that’s often left over after lunch or dinner is a bowl of dal, and one question that arises every time is what to do with that leftover dal. Why not turn it into a delicious breakfast dish? If you find it hard to believe how a dal can be enjoyed for breakfast, don’t worry. This guide will get you sorted with some very easy and quick breakfast dishes that you can try. Whether you are busy with some household chores or in a hurry, these ideas help you prepare a lip-smacking breakfast. Check out some recipes.
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Dal Sandwich
Have leftover dal from dinner? Here's a perfect way to make your breakfast a high-protein one!. First, add a layer of dal to a bread slice. Add the veggies one by one over it. Place a slice of cheese and sprinkle the seasonings. Top it with another slice of bread. Now, add some butter to a pan and put the sandwich on it. Let it cook until it turns golden brown. Take it off the pan, and your protein-rich dal sandwich is ready to eat. You can relish its taste with green chutney or enjoy it with a hot cup of tea.
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Dal Chilla
Leftover dal can be converted into a quick and easy-to-make chilla, which is a staple in Indian households. Start by adding besan, onion, coriander, and green chillies to the bowl of dal. Mix everything together into a chilla batter. Heat a non-stick pan and grease it with some oil. Then pour a ladleful of batter and spread it evenly. Make sure to cook it well until both sides turn crispy and golden. Enjoy these savoury pancakes with a chutney like tomato chutney, or pair them with tea or coffee in the morning.
Dal Paratha
Dal paratha is a tasty stuffed paratha variation made with leftover dal and whole wheat flour. To whip it up, take a big bowl and add wheat flour and leftover dal, then mix well. Add chopped onions, cumin seeds, green chillies, salt, oil, and coriander leaves. Knead a soft dough by adding water as needed and let it rest for 15 minutes. Now, make a triangle paratha, place it on the tawa, and cook on both sides with ghee or oil. You have prepared a healthy and nourishing breakfast recipe. Serve it with some butter, pickle, and curd and enjoy.
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Dal Cutlets
Move over your regular potato cutlets and prepare this protein-rich dal cutlet from leftover dal for a healthy breakfast recipe. You can simply take leftover dal and mix it well in a mixing bowl. Add boiled potatoes, chopped onions, coriander, spices like garam masala, and some green chillies. and mix them well. Now shape the mix into small round or oval cutlets, and add breadcrumbs or suji to bind the mixture. Heat oil in a pan on a medium flame. Shallow fry the cutlets until both sides turn golden brown. Serve them hot with chutney or ketchup. Besides having it as a quick and nutritious breakfast, you can also enjoy it as your evening snack with a steaming cup of chai for the perfect combination.
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Dal Dhokla
If you are in a hurry in the morning and need a quick and healthy breakfast, why don’t you try making fluffy Gujarati staple dhokla with leftover dal? To prepare it, combine the leftover dal with besan or semolina in a bowl. Add curd, salt, and enough water to create a thick batter. Let the batter rest for up to 15-20 minutes. Before steaming, stir in baking soda or fruit salt to make it fluffy and spongy when steamed. Then, after greasing a tray, pour the batter onto it and steam it for 15 to 20 minutes. After a little cooling, cut into squares. Top with curry leaves and mustard seeds, then enjoy.
