IDLI FRY

     Idli Fry is a quick snack prepared with leftover idlis.  Idlis are cut into small pieces and deep fried.  Can serve them sprinkled with Idli podi or red chilli powder mixed with little salt.  They can be served along with any chutney of your choice.  It is best to use leftover idlis or a day old refrigerated idlis.  They tend to come out clean when deep fried.  Fresh ones stick to each other and are not as crispy as the old left-over Idlis... Learnt out of mistake!
     The first time I had this was during our final year of college election.  My friend had bought a big batch of Idli Fry for all of us. Since then I have made this at home. I have tried cutting them into different shapes, as thin strips or cut them into small cubes like shapes etc., but cutting them into small equal sized pieces gives a perfectly fried Idlis which are Crispy.
      Unluckily if idlis turn out to be hard, the best way to use them is - 'MAKE IDLI FRY'

Cuisine : South Indian
Course : Starter / Snack
Difficulty : Easy
Serves : 3-4
Author : SM

Preparation Time : 5-10 Minutes
Cooking Time : 15 - 20 Minutes

INGREDIENTS :

Idlis - 10-12 Nos.
Oil - To Deep Fry
Idli Podi/ Red Chilli Powder+ Salt - As required

METHOD :

• Cut the Idlis into small cubes or into any desired shape.
• Heat the Oil in a pan and deep fry them on a medium flame until they turn golden brown.
• Once done, remove them from oil with a slotted spoon.
• Allow it to drain on Paper Towels.
• Before serving, sprinkle Idli podi or red chilli powder on Idli Fry.(Optional)
• Can serve Idli Fry with any chutney of your choice.

NOTES :

• Use leftover/refrigerated idlis for the purpose.
• Fresh idlis tend to stick together and absorbs a lot of oil too.
• Can refrigerate the fresh idlis for few hours and then fry them.
• Cut the idlis into even pieces, for crispy Idli Fry.