Idli or idly are a type of savoury rice cake, originating from the Indian subcontinent, popular as breakfast foods in southern India and among Tamils in Sri Lanka. The cakes are made by steaming a batter consisting of fermented black lentils and rice.
Ingredients
5 left over idlis
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 cups mixed vegetables (carrot, bell pepper, cabbage)
1 tablespoon soya sauce
1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
1 teaspoon vinegar
salt and pepper as per taste
spring onions, for garnish
Method* Take leftover Idlis.In a pan add some oil and fry till there are golden brown.This step is optional.
* Once they cool down ,cut them into long rectangular pieces and keep aside.
* In a skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the sesame or olive oil over medium high heat.Add the ginger garlic paste and saute for 30 secs or until aromatic.
* Then add onions and cook about 2 minutes till onions turn soft.
* Then add carrot, bell pepper, cabbage and stir fry on high flame till the vegetables are tender and crispy.
* Then add soy sauce ,tomato ketchup ,vinegar and mix well.
* Add the idli, salt and ground black pepper to this and gently toss them until the idli are coated well with the sauces.Cook covered on low flame for 2-3 minutes and turn off the stove.