7 Interesting ways to reuse basi Dal (leftover dal)

Dal is a staple in most Indian households and it is impossible to imagine a meal without this dish. However, there are times when you end up making dal in excess and often end up discarding, reheating and eating dal in the same old boring way. Well, here are some interesting yet simple snack delights that can be easily made by tweaking leftover dal to make some creative and delicious snacks.
Dal Cutlets
Transform your leftover dal into flavorful cutlets, which can be made by simply mixing the leftover dal with mashed potatoes, spices, herbs and spices, chopped onion, ginger and green chilies, and knead a smooth dough. Make small dough balls, dunk them in corn flour salt solution and deep fry till golden. Serve with dips and sauces.

Dal Tikki
Give your basi dal a delicious twist by shaping it into small patties or Tikkis. Add breadcrumbs or besan to bind the mixture and enhance the texture. Pan-fry or bake the Tikkis until crispy on the outside and serve them with mint chutney or tamarind sauce for a delightful snack.
Dal Pakoras
Dal pakoras make for a perfect crispy evening snack, which can be paired with tea or chaas in summers. To reuse dal to make fritters, just heat a pan and dry up the dal. To this add in herbs, spices, onions and green chilies. Make a nice batter, add some besan for binding the dough, Gently slide the dough mixture in oil and shallow fry till they turn golden.

Dal Paniyaram
Paniyarams, also known as Paddus or Appe are delicious savory dumplings popular in South Indian cuisine. To make dal Paniyarams, mix the leftover dal with rice flour, chopped onions, curry leaves, and grated carrots. Cook the batter in a paniyaram pan until golden and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve with coconut chutney for a wholesome snack.
Dal Stuffed Bread Rolls
Turn your leftover dal into a delicious filling for bread rolls. Flatten slices of bread with a rolling pin, spoon a generous amount of dal filling onto each slice, roll them up tightly, and seal the edges with a mixture of flour and water. Deep-fry or bake the rolls until golden and crispy, and serve with ketchup or green chutney.
Dal Chaat
Create a lip-smacking chaat using leftover dal as the base. Mix the dal with chopped tomatoes, onions, green chilies, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Garnish with chopped coriander, sev and chutneys like mint chutney, tamarind chutney and some curd for a better taste.

Dal Sandwich
Make a hearty sandwich using leftover dal as a protein-packed filling. Spread the dal onto bread slices, layer with sliced vegetables like cucumbers and tomatoes, sprinkle with chaat masala or sandwich masala, and grill or toast until golden brown and crisp. Enjoy a wholesome and satisfying snack that's perfect for any time of the day.