Leftover idli? Give them a new twist with these innovative recipes
Hindustan TimesGot leftover idli sitting in your fridge and unsure how to use them? Fried Idli Chaat Crispy fried idlis topped with tangy chaat spices for a deliciously crunchy twist Ingredients: 10-12 idlis Oil for deep frying 1 tsp red chilli powder Black salt to taste 1 tsp chaat masala 1 tsp cumin powder ½ tsp sandwich masala ½ tsp dried mango powder 4 tbsps melted butter 2 tbsps chopped fresh coriander leaves + for garnish Red chilli flakes for sprinkling 2 tsps lemon juice Sweetened yogurt for drizzling Date and tamarind chutney for drizzling Green chutney for drizzling Sev for sprinkling Masala dal for sprinkling Masala peanuts for sprinkling Fresh pomegranate pearls for sprinkling Method: 1. Transfer in a large bowl, add red chilli powder, black salt, chaat masala, cumin powder, sandwich masala, dried mango powder, melted butter and coriander leaves and toss well. Ingredients: 8 leftover idlis, cut into cubes 1 tbsp butter 1/2 tsp garlic paste 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/2 tsp chilli powder 1 tsp pav bhaji masala salt to taste 1 tsp lemon juice 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander For The Garnish 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander Method: 1. Capsicum 2 medium size Spring onion bulbs ½ cup Sugar 1 tsp Red chilli sauce 2 tbsp Soy sauce 2 tbsp Salt & Black pepper to taste Water 100 ml Cornstarch 1 tbsp + water 2 tbsp Crispy fried idlis Spring onion greens 1/4th cup Methods: 1.