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Idli Fry Recipe | Fried Idli Recipe

Idli Fry is a super quick and crunchy snack made using leftover idlis. When you don’t feel like making usual snacks like sundal or bajji, this is one easy idea that comes to mind when you have leftover idli. The fried idlis turn nice and golden outside but still soft inside, which makes every bite feel crispy yet soft.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings1 person
AuthorSharmilee J

Ingredients

Baked version

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

  • Use a day old idlis – Make sure idlis are little firm before frying. If using fresh ones, refrigerate them for 30 minutes.
  • Cut sizes evenly – Try to cut the idlis into even-sized pieces so that it fries evenly. I keep some small and some big for variety.
  • Hot Oil – Make sure oil is hot before dropping the idli pieces. If not, it will soak up oil and become greasy.
  • Fry in small batches – Try not to overcrowd the kadai. I fry small pieces in one batch and big ones in another for even cooking.
  • Season while hot – Sprinkle the chaat masala or any spice right after frying. It sticks better when the idlis are hot.
Nutrition Facts
Idli Fry Recipe | Fried Idli Recipe
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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