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Weird or wow? The unexpected twist in khichdi that’s breaking the Internet

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Lifestyle | Food
Tanya Tiwari
27 SEP 2025 | 04:38:00

While comfort food, for instance, automatically reminds you of khichdi, right? It's warm, fresh, and the hug of a dish that makes you feel right at home. Whether it's a lazy day meal or the comfort food you resort to on rainy afternoons, khichdi takes a special spot in every Indian kitchen. But hear us out, for khichdi just saw a drastic makeover.

The viral khichdi paratha recipe

In one of those Instagram videos that went viral, a lady recreates khichdi and turns it into something even more enchanting-Khichdi Paratha! The concept may seem strange, but the outcome is heavenly. She wraps leftover khichdi in dough, adds some chili powder for a dash of spice, folds the dough, rolls it into a ball, and fries it on a hot tawa. The paratha is then drizzled with melted butter, golden brown and crispy. Served with a bowl of fresh yogurt, it's a comforting and distinctive meal with each bite.

Why the Internet is loving it

The video gained popularity in no time, and the comments section went wild with appreciation. Everyone was raving about how the humble, everyday khichdi had been turned into something so charming. Even some viewers joked, "Maa kuch bhi bana de, tasty hi hota hai" that is, anything mom makes, we know it tastes great. That was a feeling everyone could identify with, because that's the way we all feel about our mom's food.

Khichdi paratha: weird or wow?

So, what’s your verdict? Is this fusion dish of khichdi and paratha a quirky new trend or a delicious innovation? Some might find it odd to mix these two comforting foods, while others are celebrating it as a perfect, easy-to-make recipe that brings a twist to classic comfort food.

A new way to enjoy leftovers

This recipe is an excellent idea to re-look at leftovers and make them into something novel. Rather than reheating the regular khichdi, this version lends it a new lease of life, suitable for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. And the best part is that it is an easy recipe with minimal ingredients—just khichdi, dough, a bit of chili powder, and butter. For the adventurous cook, this is an amusing way to be creative with ingredients already at hand.

The internet's affection for this khichdi paratha is evidence that food can be comforting, creative, and a little surprising. Weirdest or wow-est, you decide—either way, it's a dish that's getting some serious food-love on the web. So what do you think, are you in the mood to give this spin on khichdi a try?

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