Idli Masala Fry
A quick stir fry of Idli, southern Indian steamed rice pancakes with peppers, onions and chillies to make this wonderful snack or breakfast that is best enjoyed with a side of hot chai.
Servings 2 people
Calories 320kcal
Ingredients
- 8-10 cooked idlis
- 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
- 8-10 curry leaves
- 3 –4 thai green chillies / 2 serrano peppers
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ red onion , chopped chunkily
- 1 green bell pepper , chopped in chunks
- ½ red bell pepper , chopped in chunks
- ½ yellow bell pepper , chopped in chunks
- 1 roma tomato , chopped
- salt , to taste
- minced cilantro for garnish , as needed
- ½ lime
Instructions
- Cut up the idlis to quarters and keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a kadhai and add the mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add the curry leaves and green chillies. Toss in the onion and turmeric as well and mix well.
- Now add the peppers and the tomato and sauté for a few minutes till the peppers soften a bit.
- Add salt, mix well and remove from heat. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime and toss again.
- Serve hot with a cup of hot chai.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1620IU | Vitamin C: 231.6mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.3mg