Make Leftover Idli a Crispy Delight with – Leftover Idli Fry

You can easily use those leftover idlis to make a crispy and mouthwatering idli fry. Leftover idli fry is a delicious way to use up leftover idlis and transform them into a new dish. Cut the idlis into small pieces and fry them in some oil with some mustard seeds, curry leaves, and onions. Add some spices like red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook for a few minutes until everything is crispy and heated through.

Here’s a simple recipe to make leftover idli fry at home:

leftover idli fry

Leftover idli fry

Leftover idli fry is a delicious way to use up leftover idlis and transform them into a new dish. Here’s a simple recipe to make leftover idli fry at home:
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Indian, south india
Servings 2 people
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Frying Pan

Ingredients
  

  • 4 leftover idlis
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • 1 green chili chopped
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp oil

Instructions
 

  • Cut the leftover idlis into small pieces.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  • Add the chopped onion, green chili, and a pinch of salt. Saute until the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Cook until the tomato becomes soft and mushy.
  • Add the cut idlis to the pan and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the idlis are heated through and slightly crispy.
  • Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Notes

Enjoy your delicious leftover idli in a crispy fry way!
Keyword fry, idli

You can also check out our Suji Idli recipe to make idli in a new way.

Suji Idli
Idli is a traditional dish that is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a staple food in South India and is also popular in other parts of India and abroad.
The batter for idli is prepared by soaking rice and urad dal separately and then grinding them together with water to make a smooth batter. The batter is then fermented overnight or for at least 6-8 hours, allowing it to rise and become fluffy.
The fermented batter is then poured into special idli moulds and steamed for about 10-15 minutes until cooked. The cooked idlis are then served hot with chutney, sambar, or any other accompaniment of your choice.
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Here’s the approximate nutrition information for one serving of leftover idli fry:

Calories: 180 Total Fat: 10g Saturated Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 260mg Total Carbohydrates: 19g Dietary Fiber: 2g Sugar: 3g Protein: 3g

It’s important to note that these values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific brands and amounts of ingredients used. Additionally, the nutrition information may vary depending on the quantity of oil used for frying. Overall, this dish is a relatively low-calorie and nutritious option for a snack or light meal.