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Tawa Idli

Tawa Idli is a spicy, masala loaded version of Idli made by cutting Idli into pieces & tossing it with spices. Tawa Idli is an ideal way to meet your spicy craving and when we have leftover idlis. Tawa Idli Recipe is presented in this post with step by step pictures.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings2 people
AuthorSharmilee J

Ingredients

  • 3 nos leftover idli
  • 1 medium sized big onion
  • 1 medium sized tomato
  • 1 teaspoon pav bhaji masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon coriander leaves
  • salt to taste

To Temper :

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger

Instructions

  • Refrigerate the leftover idlis for few mins. Cut into bite sized cubes, Set aside.
  • In a pan heat butter add ginger and saute for a min, then add onion and saute till it turns transparent.
  • Then add tomatoes and saute till mushy, once raw smell of tomatoes leave, add pav bhaji masala powder and required salt. Give a mix.
  • Then add the idli cubes and mix well till the masalas are evenly coated with the idlis.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves, add lemon juice and switch off.
  • Serve Tawa Idli hot / warm as a snack or as a dinner!

Notes

  • This is spicy so adjust the masala powder if you prefer it mild. May be you can 1.2 teaspoon of pav bhaji masala powder.
  • Refrigerating the idlis for a while avoids stickiness while cutting the idlis.
  • Garnish with coriander leaves and add lemon juice while serving.
Nutrition Facts
Tawa Idli
Amount Per Serving (125 g)
Calories 113 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 15mg5%
Sodium 1020mg44%
Potassium 235mg7%
Carbohydrates 9g3%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 692IU14%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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