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UK Chef Turns One Gujju Dish Into Another; His Recipe Shows How Khichdi Can Become Thepla

UK-based Chef Jake Dryan shared an easy recipe to turn leftover khichdi into thepla, and his recipe is winning the hearts of desi netizens. The chef doesn’t shy away from showing his love for Indian food and often posts about the dishes he creates.

by Tashika Tyagi
UK Chef Turns One Gujju Dish Into Another; His Recipe Shows How Khichdi Can Become Thepla

UK-based chef Jake Dryan loves Indian food and often showcases it through traditional as well as creative recipes on his social media. He recently whipped up thepla with leftover khichdi and desi netizens are loving it! Scroll down to learn how you can make it at home.

UK Chef Makes Thepla With Leftover Khichdi

Chef Jake Dryan (@plantfuture) recently posted a recipe video of how he made theplas with leftover khichdi. While giving shape to the thepla in the video, he mentioned that he is a little out of practice but in all honestly, the man was doing a commendable job. He mentioned that the dough was wet and it was a little hard to shape it properly. The chef then plated the theplas with some kheera raita and mango aachar.

 

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Netizens loved the way he embraced the traditional recipe. Someone in the comments wrote, “The authenticity…“leftover khichdi” is commendable…give him an adhar card already!” Another user said, “You are more Gujarati than us!” Voicing the opinion of many, one comment said, “You must have been desi in your last lifetime. Nailed it!”

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How You Can Make It At Home

Now, if you’re intrigued about how the chef made thelpa with leftover khichdi, here’s a breakdown of the recipe –

Ingredients

Chapati flour
Leftover khichdi
Red chilli powder
Turmeric
Sesame seeds
Ajwain
Yoghurt
Green chillies
Green onion
Oil

Method

1. Take your usual chapati flour in a big bowl and add the leftover khichdi to it.
2. Next, add all the species, yoghurt, chopped green chillies, and green onions.
3. With slightly greased palms, knead the dough well.
4. Form small potions from the dough, roll in dry flour, and flatten it with a rolling pin, like you do for chapatis.
5. On a hot pan, cook the theplas with slight oil till golden brown.

And that’s it! Your theplas made from leftover khichdi are ready to be enjoyed!

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So, when are you trying out this recipe? Let us know in the comments.

Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/plantfuture

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First Published: August 08, 2025 1:14 PM