Delicious Leftover Roti Recipes

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Leftover Roti Recipes, or leftover chapati recipes, are such a good way to make sure that there’s not a single thing being left or wasted out! I mean, leftover roti is basically a blank canvas, and turning it into something exciting the next day? Total win. 

Plus, I don’t know a lot of roti recipes, so this feels like hitting two birds in one stone. Whether you’re craving something savory, crispy, or just super comforting, these recipes have got you covered. Let’s give those extra rotis the tasty second life they deserve!

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Vaghareli Rotli

This one’s a total comfort dish for me—it’s like a Gujarati-style stir-fried roti with spices, onions, and a bit of green chili kick. I love how the rotis soak up all the flavor and still keep a little bite. It’s quick, cozy, and feels like a warm hug in a bowl. 

Vaghareli Rotli, or What To Do With Leftover Roti
Vaghareli Rotli is a classic Gujarati dish that makes use of day old rotis so food is never wasted. But you can also make it with fresh rotis.
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Roti Noodles

Turning leftover rotis into “noodles”? Yes please! I tear mine into strips and toss them in with sautéed veggies and soy sauce—it’s kind of like a stir-fry but so much easier. 

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Leftover roti noodles recipe with step by step photo and video recipe. Roti noodles makes for a great Indo Chinese recipe using leftover rotis or paratha.
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Roti Cheela | Leftover Roti Recipe

This one blew my mind—a savory cheela made from ground rotis and besan! It’s perfect for breakfast, especially when I want something filling and spicy. I top it off with chopped onions, green chilies, and coriander for that extra zing.

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Roti cheela recipe.This leftover roti recipe is quick simple snack breakfast recipe and kids lunch box tiffin box recipe.Bachi hui roti ki recipes in Hindi
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Roti Sandwich Recipe

I LOVE this recipe for quick lunch days. Just slap on some veggies, sauces, or leftovers between two folded rotis and toast them—it’s so good! The crispiness and melty filling always hit the spot.

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roti sandwich recipe, chapati sandwich, leftover roti panini with step by step photo/video. interesting way of making sandwich with leftover roti chapati.
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Seyal Phulka (Leftover Rotis in Garlic Tomato Curry)

This one’s like a garlicky, tomatoey curry hug wrapped around roti pieces. The rotis get super soft and flavorful, and it honestly feels like I’m eating something completely new. I love how rustic and cozy it turns out!

Seyal Phulka (Leftover Rotis in Garlic tomato curry)
Seyal phulka or Seyal Maani is Sindhi style leftover rotis cooke din garlic tomato sauce.
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Roti Poha

Think of this as poha’s twisty cousin—it uses chopped rotis instead of flattened rice. With mustard seeds, curry leaves, and turmeric, the flavor is just so comforting. I like tossing in some peanuts for crunch, too!

Roti Poha – First Timer Cook
Roti poha is a delicious and healthy breakfast as well as a snack idea to use all the leftover roti. Just with a cup of masala chai, enjoy!
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Leftover chapati American chopsuye

This one’s got flair—crispy fried roti strips layered with tangy and spicy chopsuey sauce. I love how playful it feels, kind of like DIY takeout at home. And it’s got all the crunch and color I want in a fusion meal!

Leftover chapati American chopsuye Recipe
Great recipe for Leftover chapati American chopsuye. #Left American chopsuye is a very famous Chinese fusion dish.
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Roti Wrap Recipe 2 Ways

These are super customizable and, honestly, one of my favorite lunch hacks. I fill them up with whatever I have—grilled paneer, salad, leftover chicken—you name it. It’s basically a meal wrapped up in goodness.

Roti Wrap Recipe 2 Ways | Leftover Chapati Wrap
roti wrap recipe, leftover chapati wrap recipe with photo/video. An enjoyable snack or breakfast sandwich with leftover rotis & veggies.
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‘No waste’ Leftover Roti Stir-fry

This stir-fry is super fast and so flavorful—it uses simple ingredients like onions, peppers, and spices to turn plain rotis into something exciting. I love that nothing goes to waste here. It’s my go-to when I want something warm, filling, and made in under 15 minutes.

‘No waste’ Leftover Roti Stir-fry
Transform leftover Roti into this quick and simple stir-fry that works perfectly as breakfast or lunch. Skip the egg to make it Vegan!
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Chapati Upma Recipe

I was surprised how much I loved this one—soft roti pieces, sautéed with onions, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. It tastes like something my grandma would make, simple and nostalgic. Plus, it’s great with a side of coconut chutney.

Chapati Upma Recipe | Leftover Roti Upma
Chapati Upma Recipe | Leftover Roti Upma a very quick and easy to make recipe with left one chapati/roti. This Chapati upma is enriched with veggies making this a perfect dish for Kid’s Lunch box.
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Roti Nachoes | how to use leftover roti

You guys—this is one of my all-time faves. I just cut the rotis into chips, bake or fry them, and load them up with toppings like beans, cheese, and salsa. It’s crunchy, spicy, and totally addictive. 

Roti Nachoes | how to use leftover roti
Roti nachoes is an instant snack made with the leftover roti/chapatis. Instead of throwing away the food, it is better to make this snack.
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Leftover Roti Cutlets

These cutlets are genius—mashed up roti mixed with veggies and spices, then shallow-fried till crisp. They taste like little savory snacks you’d serve at a party. I love dunking them in mint chutney for that extra burst. 

Leftover Roti Cutlet Recipe
Leftover Roti Cutlet is a delicious way of using your leftover rotis. Usually, we throw it or use it to make leftover roti poha and similar dishes.
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Leftover Chapati Tacos

Chapati tacos are such a fun twist! I fill them with whatever leftovers I have—beans, scrambled eggs, spiced chicken. It’s casual, creative, and makes dinner way more exciting.  

Leftover Chapati Recipe
Transform leftover chapati into a culinary delight with this creative recipe. Explore the journey of this, very desi version of Tacos.
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Pizza with leftover Chapati dough

This blew my mind—it’s literally pizza made with leftover chapati dough. The base turns out soft and crisp, and you can go wild with your toppings. It’s one of those recipes that feels both frugal and indulgent.

Pizza with leftover Chapati dough Recipe
Great recipe for Pizza with leftover Chapati dough. #LKM Chapati Pizza is delicious and quick pizza made using chapati dough as base. I have used onions, tomatoes and capsicum as topping. You can use any vegetables or meat of your choice.
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Chapati Ladoo | Roti Ladoo

Who knew rotis could become dessert? I crumble them, mix in jaggery, ghee, and cardamom—and boom, you get sweet little ladoos! It’s such a lovely, unexpected way to finish a meal. 

Chapati Ladoo | Roti Ladoo
chapati ladoo recipe a tasty ladoo made with leftover chapathi.easy ladoo recipe with stepwise pictures and video
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Huge thanks to the talented original creators of these leftover roti recipes! You guys are the absolute best!

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