Idli Fry | Fried Idli Recipe

Idli fry is a delicious, crispy dish made by baking or frying the Idlis with spices & masala. Idli fry is a nice alternative option to the regular snacks and will be liked by the family alike. How to make Idli fry is explained in this post with step by step pictures.

Idli Fry is nothing but fried idli with a generous sprinkle of spice powders which can be anything of your choice like chat masala powder / amchur powder / roasted jeera powder, it can be a great snack to be had.I’ve already tried chilli idli so this time wanted to try idli fry and baked version of it, I loved both versions but obviously the deep fried version scored a little more than the baked version.I usually make idli upma with leftover idli which is my favorite anytime.

This idli fry can be had as such or can be accompanied with tomato ketchup.I made this idli fry(deep fried version)in the morning and then served it for mittu as evening after school snack, still the crispness was there and she loved it.I had the baked version soon after the photo shoot itself, it was super spicy and yum.

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Idli Fry | Fried Idli

Idli fry is a delicious, crispy dish made by baking or frying the Idlis with spices & masala. Idli fry is a nice alternative option to the regular snacks and will be liked by the family alike. How to make Idli fry is explained in this post with step by step pictures.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time25 minutes mins

Servings1 person

AuthorSharmilee J

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Ingredients

baked version :

• 2 idlis
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala powder
• salt to taste

deep fried version :

• 2 idli
• oil to deep fry
• chaat masala powder as needed

Instructions

For the baked version:

• If your idlis are fresh then refrigerate for atleast an hr then cut it.
• If you are using a day old idlis then you can directly proceed.
• Cut the idlis lengthwise,Set aside.Preheat oven at 180 deg C.
• Take a plate add oil,salt,red chilli powder and garam masala powders, mix it well.
• Now coat the idli pieces with this spice mix.
• I used 2 idlis for deep frying and 2 for baking.
• Coat such that the spice mix is even both sides.
• Arrange the idli pieces in a baking tray.
• Bake in preheated oven at 180 deg C for 10-12 mins or until the edges start to turn crisp, turn over to other side inbetween.

For the deep fried version

• Heat oil in a kadai, add the idli peices and deep fry them till golden brown.
• Drain in tissue paper.
• Sprinkle chat masala powder and serve.
• Serve Idli Fry hot!

Notes

• Using a day old idli works best.
• I used fresh idlis so refrigerated for a while then used. If you use fresh idlis as such it may start sticking while frying in oil.
• While deep frying take care to fry the smaller pieces in a batch then bigger pieces in another batch.
• The spice powders are your preference. Adjust to your liking.
• The baked version is a little spicy, so adjust spice level according to your taste buds. You can also tawa fry the idlis.

Nutrition Facts

Idli Fry | Fried Idli

Amount Per Serving (50 g)

Calories 210 Calories from Fat 135

% Daily Value*

Fat 15g23%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Trans Fat 0.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 4g

Monounsaturated Fat 9g

Sodium 21mg1%

Potassium 74mg2%

Carbohydrates 17g6%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 0.2g0%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 297IU6%

Vitamin C 0.01mg0%

Calcium 6mg1%

Iron 0.5mg3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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How to make Idli Fry

1. If your idlis are fresh then refrigerate for atleast an hr then cut it.If you are using a day old idlis then you can directly proceed.Cut the idlis lengthwise,Set aside.Preheat oven at 180 deg C.Take a plate add oil,salt,red chilli powder and garam masala powders, mix it well.Now coat the idli pieces with this spice mix.I used 2 idlis for deep frying and 2 for baking.
   
2. Coat such that the spice mix is even both sides.Arrange the idli pieces in a baking tray.Bake in preheated oven at 180 deg C for 10-12 mins or until the edges start to turn crisp, turn over to other side inbetween.
   
3. For the deep fried version – Heat oil in a kadai, add the idli peices and deep fry them till golden brown.Drain in tissue paper.Sprinkle chat masala powder and serve.

Serve hot!

Expert Tips

• Using a day old idli works best.I used fresh idlis so refrigerated for a while then used.
• If you use fresh idlis as such it may start sticking while frying in oil.
• While deep frying take care to fry the smaller pieces in a batch then bigger pieces in another batch.
• The spice powders are your preference.Adjust to your liking.
• The baked version is a little spicy, so adjust spice level according to your taste buds.
• You can also tawa fry the idlis.