Ingredients
- 2 onions – properly chopped
- 10 idlis
- 1½ cup white cabbage – chopped
- 3 chopped tomato
- 2 tsp tomato ketchup
- 1 capsicum/ green pepper – chopped
- 2 pinch eschilli flakes
- ½ tsp Mustard seeds
- 2 tbsp refined oil
- 1 tsp salt
This fried Indian idli dish is similar to the world famous French fries. But, unlike French fries which are made from potatoes, idli are made of rice and lentils. It is the perfect snack for all occasions. Serve it before a meal or as an appetizer. Fried idlis is a snack that is easy and quick to make; and agreat way to use those leftover idlis. To make this dish spicier, you can garnish with chilli flakes and oregano seasoning. If guests are coming over unexpectedly and you don’t have enough time to prepare a proper meal, this is the perfect go-to recipe as it takes less time to make.
Health Benefits
Fried idlis provides the same nutrients you receive from steamed idlis. This food is easily digested which means it flushes out of the body easily. It is rich in vitamins, protein, and carbohydrates. The food doesn’t contain saturated fat. The sodium content of the food is also very low, making it a good heart healthy choice.
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How to make Fried Idli
Note: This is a quick go-to recipe and it is best to serve hot. Store in a hot box to keep it warm for hours together. You can serve this fried idli recipe with a cup of hot tea. Trivia Idli has been around since since 700 CE. The earliest mention of the food was in the ancient Kannada writing known as Vaddaradhane, written by Shivakotiacharya in year 920 AD. |
