Mini Masala Idli Fry

Ingredients

• Required amount of idli batter
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp urad dal
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• Few curry leaves
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• Chopped coriander for garnish

Method

1. 1

   Take leftover idlis, or steam fresh mini idlis in greased mini idli moulds for 8-10 minutes and demold.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and urad dal. Once tempering and the urad dal turns dark yellow, add curry leaves and chopped green chilli.

3. 3

   Add chopped onions and sauté. Once softened, add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala powder, coriander powder, and salt.

4. 4

   Cook until the tomatoes turn mushy. Add the mini idlis and toss to coat with the flavours.

5. 5

   Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot, alone or with coconut and onion chutneys.