Chapati, or poli, is an inextricable part of Maharashtrian cuisine. Here are some Maharashtrian recipes from the leftover chapatis you can make at home.
Phodnichi Poli
The phodnichi poli is a tempting and easy-to-cook dish made from basic ingredients like chopped onions, curry leaves, chilli, and turmeric powder and garnished with generous helpings of coriander. It tastes great with curd.
Poli Crisps/Nachos
Cut up the polis into triangular pieces, deep fry them in hot oil, and garnish with salt, pepper, and a bit of red chilli powder. The crunch of the poli dipped into ketchup or any mayonnaise- or sriracha-based dipping sauce is such a tempting sound.
Frankie
Served with a stuffing of corn, chaat masala, mayonnaise, and potato, the Frankie, or roll, is a delicious treat. The perfect way to use stale chapati as the outer wrap. The stuffing can be made using whatever vegetables are available in the fridge.
Khakra
The plain khakra made from stale poli is the perfect accompaniment for evening tea. Roast the poli on the tawa until it becomes crispy.
Chapati Samosa
Fold stale chapatis in a triangular shape and stuff it with your choice of stuffing. The stuffing can be anything from lightly sautéed cabbage to a potato mash filled with spice and flavour. Deep fry it and serve hot with mint chutney and ketchup.