Name: Kothu Idli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 6 pcs Idli; 1 pc Onion; 1 pc Tomato; 2 tbsp Idli Podi; 1 tsp Mustard Seed; 1.5 tbsp Oil; 10 pcs Curry Leaf; 0.5 tsp Salt

💡 Short Description

Overview and quick notes for Kothu Idli

Leftover idlis cut into cubes and stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and idli podi.

👨‍🍳 Cooking Instructions

Full recipe instructions for preparing Kothu Idli

🔥 Prep

Cut the 6 idlis into bite-sized cubes (about 1‑inch pieces).
Peel and finely chop 1 onion.
Dice 1 tomato into small pieces.
Measure out 2 tbsp idli podi, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1.5 tbsp oil, 10 curry leaves, and 0.5 tsp salt, keeping each in separate small bowls.

🔥 Cook

1. Heat the oil in a non‑stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
2. Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter for 10 seconds.
3. Toss in the curry leaves and sauté for 5 seconds until fragrant.
4. Cook the chopped onion, stirring occasionally, for 3‑4 minutes until translucent.
5. Stir in the diced tomato and continue to cook for 2 minutes until it softens.
6. Sprinkle the measured idli podi and salt over the mixture, stirring to combine, and cook for 1 minute.
7. Add the idli cubes to the pan, spreading them in an even layer.
8. Increase heat to medium‑high and stir‑fry the idlis, allowing them to crisp on the bottom for 2‑3 minutes without stirring, then toss and repeat until all sides are golden‑brown, about 6‑8 minutes total.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then remove from heat.