Masala Idli Recipe
Masala Idli is a delicious South Indian delicacy made with left over idlis. It is a quick, masala version of idli that can be relished anytime of the day. This dish is a different variation with idli, where the masala is made with onions and tomatoes, basic spices, some veggies and cubed idlis are sautéed for a minute or until they are well mixed.
Servings2 people
Ingredients
- 4 idli
- 1 medium sized big onion
- 1 medium sized tomato
- 2 tablespoon capsicum
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 generous pinch turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon chana masala powder
- 2 teaspoon coriander leaves
- salt to taste
To temper :
- 2 teaspoon oil
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
- ½ teaspoon jeera
- 1 small sprig curry leaves
Instructions
- If you are using fresh idlis then refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Then chop them into small cubes.
- Collect them in a bowl and set aside.
- In a pan heat oil – add the items listed under ‘ to temper’.
- Once mustard and jeera crackles add ginger garlic paste, saute for 2 minutes then add onion and saute till transparent. Then add tomatoes.
- Saute for 3mins then add red chilli powder,turmeric powder,chana masala powder and required salt.
- Saute till the masalas blend well and tomatoes are mushy.
- Then add capsicum and saute for a while.
- Sprinkle little water to make it to a semi gravy then add the idlis and toss well.Finally garnish with coriander leaves and switch off.
- Serve Masala Idli hot!
Notes
- Use leftover idlis – It is ideal to use leftover idlis as they hold shape without getting mushy. If you are using fresh idlis, refrigerate them for 30-40 minutes before using them.
- Use a wide pan or kadai – this helps the idli pieces to cook evenly without sticking to each other.
- Oil usage – this dish requires slightly extra oil as it helps in coating the idlis well with the masala.
- Adjust the spice level – you can control the spice level as per your liking.
- Add veggies – you can veggies of your choice to make it nutritious. Carrots, capsicum, or finely chopped beet also can make a good choice.
- Mini Idlies – you can make this recipe with mini idlies for kids. They look appealing to kids.
- Saucy base – You can skip the tomatoes and add tomato puree instead.
Nutrition Facts
Masala Idli Recipe
Amount Per Serving (150 g)
Calories 155
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Sodium 29mg1%
Potassium 339mg10%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 1114IU22%
Vitamin C 25mg30%
Calcium 35mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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