Ingredients: * About 8 medium leftover Idlis (See how to make South Indian Idlis) * 1 tsp Idli Chutney Powder, or as per taste (optional) * 1 tsp Mustard Seeds * 1 tsp Urad Dal (split, skinned Black gram) * 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder * 1 medium Onion, chopped * 1/2 cup boiled peas (or frozen peas) * 4-5 Curry leaves * pinch Asafoetida * 3-4 Cashews * Salt to taste * Few sprigs Cilantro to garnish

Method: * Crumble the idli pieces. Add the chutney powder to the idli crumble. At times I tend to add some 1 tsp Ghee and the powder to help the powder stick well to the Idlis. Its not really necessary to add it separately but I personally find that adding it first, gives them more flavor. You can skip this step if you do not want it to be spicy, esp. when feeding little kids. * Mix them well until combined. In a skillet, add 1 tsp Ghee/oil. When hot, add the mustard seeds. When it starts popping, add the Urad dal, cashew pieces and curry leaves. * Next add in the onion and cook until soft. If you are using frozen peas (like I did), add the peas along with the onions. Helps to thaw and cook along with the onions. If boiled, you can add it towards the end. * When the onion and peas are cooked, add salt, turmeric and asafoetida. Cook for 2-3 minutes. * Add the crumbled idlis to the onion-peas mixture. Mix until combined, reduce the heat and cook for another few minutes (about 5-6min) with a closed lid so that the idli can absorb the flavors. * Serve it hot, garnished with cilantro.




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