Masala Idli Fry
Hello everyone, welcome to my kitchen! Let’s get ready to tantalise your taste buds with a delightful twist on the traditional idli! Actually, fried Masala Idli is a mouth-watering dish that combines the softness of idli with the irresistible crunch of fried goodness.
This homemade recipe is perfect for those looking to jazz up their breakfast or enjoy a delightful snack. I am sure that you will fall in love in the delectable combination of crispy fried idli and aromatic masala. That create this dish that's both comforting and exciting.
This Fried Masala Idli is a wonderful way to elevate your mealtime experience. Let's dive into the world of flavours and create this culinary masterpiece! So, what are you waiting for! Don your apron and get ready to impress your taste buds with this delightful fusion of textures and flavours! Enjoy cooking!
Ingredients to make fried masala Idli:
For the Fried Idli:
Leftover idlis: 8-10 (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Oil For deep frying
½ teaspoon mustard seeds
A hand full of curry leaves
¼ teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
For Masala:
1 tablespoon oil
1 finely chopped onion
½ cup bel pepper (you can use any colour/all colour)
1 finely chopped green chili
1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
2 finely chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon pav bhaji masala
½ teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
Salt to taste
For garnishing:
Freshly chopped coriander leaves
Method to make Masala Idli fry:
For fried Idli:
· Heat
oil in a pan over medium heat for deep frying. Make sure the oil is at the
right temperature for frying.
· Carefully
add the bite-sized idli pieces into the hot oil. Fry them until they turn
golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel to remove excess
oil. Set aside.
· If
you are diet conscious, you can even shallow fry it.
For the Masala:
· In a
separate pan, heat a tablespoon of oil. Add mustard seeds and allow them to
splutter.
· Add
curry leaves and a pinch of asafoetida. Stir for a few seconds until fragrant.
· Add
finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
· Stir
in the ginger-garlic paste and green chili. Sauté for a minute until the raw
aroma disappears.
· Add
the diced bell peppers and sauté for a couple of minutes until they start to
soften.
· Toss
in the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
· Sprinkle
pav bhaji masala, red chili powder and salt. Mix well and cook for a few
minutes until the masalas blend together.
· Add
the fried idli pieces into the masala mixture. Gently toss and coat the idlis
with the masala.
· Let
the idli pieces cook in the masala for a few minutes, allowing the flavours to
meld.
· Once
the idlis are coated with the flavourful masala and heated through, turn off
the heat.
· Garnish
with freshly chopped coriander leaves for a burst of colour and freshness.
· Serve
the Fried Masala Idli hot as a scrumptious breakfast, snack, or even as an
appetizer for parties.
