Tag: roti makeover

☕ It All Started with a Cold Roti…

You open the dabba. There it is — one lonely roti from last night’s dinner.
Too chewy to eat as-is. Too little to make something fancy.
But also too good to waste.

That’s how Roti Chilla became my thing.

My mom used to call it “rotla pancake.”
Grated veggies. A little besan. Pinch of haldi.
Toss it all together, and boom — a brand-new breakfast with zero guilt and zero waste.

Now it’s part of my weekly routine. Quick. Tasty. Budget-friendly.
Perfect for lazy mornings and chai-time cravings.




🌮 Roti Chilla – What You’ll Need:

1–2 leftover rotis, torn or crumbled

2–3 tbsp besan (gram flour)

¼ cup finely chopped onion

¼ cup grated carrot / cabbage / any veggie

1 green chili, chopped

Salt, turmeric, chili powder – as you like

Water – just enough for a batter

Oil or ghee for cooking





🔥 How to Make It:

1. Crumble the Rotis
Tear or crush the roti into small pieces in a bowl.
If they’re stiff, sprinkle some water and microwave for 20 seconds.


2. Add Everything Else
Add veggies, besan, spices, and a little water.
Mix into a thick batter — thicker than dosa, thinner than upma.


3. Cook It Up
Heat a pan. Spread a ladleful like a pancake.
Drizzle oil, flip when golden. Press down for crisp edges.


4. Serve Hot
Green chutney. Ketchup. Curd. Or just eat it straight off the tawa — no rules here.






🧡 Why I Love It:

Zero waste, zero stress

Feels like a new dish every time

My fridge always has at least one lonely roti

One pan, one bowl, 10 minutes





💡 Puspa’s Pro Tips:

Add cheese or leftover sabzi for a remix version

Skip green chili for kids

Add ajwain or kasuri methi for that “snack shop” flavor