“My favorite time of day is to get up and eat leftovers from dinner, especially spicy food.”- David Byrne
This quote by David Byrne resonates deeply with me. I often look forward to breakfast when there’s leftover food from dinner, and I can repurpose it into something delicious.
Yesterday morning, as I opened my fridge to take stock of the leftovers, I spotted some cooked rice from dinner. I also had boiled and peeled potatoes, a staple I keep ready for quick recipes.
The combination sparked an idea: Rice Fritters- A quick ,crispy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weekend breakfast.
Rice Fritters Recipe
Ingredients:
• Cooked rice
• Mashed potatoes
• Ginger, garlic, and green chili paste
• Finely chopped onion and coriander leaves
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for a tangy kick)
• Besan (gram flour) for binding .I sometimes also use rice flour.
Procedure
1. In a mixing bowl, I combined cooked rice, mashed potatoes, ginger-garlic paste, chopped onions, coriander, and gram flour. Added salt and a teaspoon of lemon juice for tanginess.
2. Then mixed the ingredients well, shaped them into small balls, and flattened them slightly.
3. I then deep fried these fritters in filtered groundnut oil until golden brown. Alternatively, for a healthier version, you can also shallow fry them in a frying pan with minimal oil.
It was a leisurely Saturday morning, and my husband and I relished these crispy fritters with hot ginger tea.
There’s something comforting about repurposing leftovers into a meal that feels brand new while minimizing food waste.
Conclusion: Making the Most of Leftovers
Leftovers offer a wonderful opportunity to get creative in the kitchen and reduce food waste.
With a little imagination, yesterday’s meal can be transformed into something fresh and exciting.
My mom’s recipe book even has a dedicated section filled with creative recipes for using leftover food. It has become my go-to resource whenever I find leftovers in the fridge, turning them into delicious new dishes.
Repurposing food isn’t just practical; it’s a small step toward sustainable living while adding variety to our meals.