Cheesy Chili Idli: A Quick & Easy South Indian Snack
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About Cheesy Chili Idli: A Quick & Easy South Indian Snack
Transform leftover idlis into a delicious and cheesy chili delight! This recipe creatively blends the comforting flavors of South Indian idlis with a spicy, savory Chinese-inspired chili sauce, topped with generous amounts of melted cheese. It's the perfect quick snack or kid-friendly meal.This recipe is incredibly easy and fast, making it ideal for busy weeknights or when you need a satisfying snack in a flash. The unexpected combination of textures and tastes will surprise and delight your taste buds.Imagine the warm, soft idlis soaking up the spicy chili sauce, all coated in a layer of gooey, melted cheese – pure comfort food heaven! Perfect for a fun family meal or a unique appetizer for guests.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chili Sauce
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 3 leaves Curry Leaves
- 1 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste
- 1 medium Onion finely diced
- 2 medium Bell Peppers finely diced, green
- 2 Chili finely chopped, green
- 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes or to taste
- 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- 1-2 tsp Salt or to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chili Sauce
- Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds; allow them to splutter. Add curry leaves, ginger-garlic paste, and onion. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Add green bell pepper and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chili flakes, tomato ketchup, soy sauce, sugar, and green chilies. Stir well.
- Add the diced idlis. Stir gently for 1 minute to coat them in the sauce.
Assemble and Serve
- In a serving bowl or on a plate, layer some chopped cabbage.
- Transfer the cooked idlis onto the cabbage.
- Top generously with grated cheese.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is melted and gooey.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Cheesy Chili Idli
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garam masala to the chili sauce.
- If you don't have idlis, you can use leftover rice or even bread cubes as a substitute.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness level.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped green onions for an added visual appeal and fresh flavor.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 2061mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1060IUVitamin C: 109mgCalcium: 143mgIron: 1mg
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Such a tasty dish! Thanks for the recipe.
Looks so flavorful! Thanks for posting.
Such a beautiful dish! Can’t wait to try it.
Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.
Looks so wonderful! Thanks for posting.