Spicy Masala Idli To Give The South Indian Staple A Twist
By Garima Johar
February 15, 2025
Do you have leftover idlis or just want to give them a spicy makeover? Why don’t you try this masala idli recipe, which is both nutritious and delicious for an evening snack or mid-meal munching?
Ingredients
5-6 premade idlis 1 onion 2-3 green chillies 1 tomato 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp cumin seeds 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp red chilli powder 1 tsp coriander powder 1/2 tsp garam masala A pinch of hing Coriander leaves for garnish Oil for cooking Salt to taste
Step 1
Heat some oil and add cumin seeds. Add chopped onion, green chillies, ginger-garlic paste and mix well.
Step 2
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and hing.
Step 3
Mash the tomatoes and cook till you get a thick gravy. Season with salt.
Step 4
Chop the idlis into bite-sized pieces and coat them in the masala. Cook for a few minutes.
Step 5
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.
