Leftover rotis often end up reheated or forgotten, but this recipe turns them into crisp, golden snacks with a soft potato filling inside. Rolled like spring rolls, sealed with cornflour slurry, coated in crushed vermicelli, and fried until crunchy, these bites bring together familiar pantry ingredients in a more interesting format. The combination of vegetables, spices, and grated potato keeps the filling flavourful, while the outer coating adds texture. Serve hot with green chutney for an easy evening snack or a quick way to use extra rotis.
Heat oil and butter in a pan. Add cumin, green chilli, onion, capsicum, tomato, and ginger garlic paste. Add spices and a little water. Cook well, then add grated potato and coriander. Mix until combined.
Yes, fresh rotis can also be used for this recipe. However, leftover rotis often work better because they hold shape more easily while rolling and frying.
Crushed vermicelli creates an extra crispy outer layer after frying. It helps give the rolls more texture and makes them resemble crunchy snack rolls or cutlets.
Yes, the rolls can be brushed with oil and air-fried until crisp. The texture may differ slightly, but they still become crunchy and lighter than deep-fried versions.
Paneer, cheese, cooked vegetables, or leftover sabzi can be used as filling alternatives. Adjust seasoning based on the ingredients used to maintain flavour balance.
Prepared rolls can be refrigerated for a few hours before frying. Keep them covered to prevent drying out and coat with vermicelli just before cooking for better texture.