CHEESE-TOPPED MILLET IDLI VEG STIR
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Chop idlis evenly so they crisp up without crumbling. Use a mix of butter and oil for best flavor. Add cowpeas last to avoid mushiness. Don't skip the cheese—it melts into the warm idlis for a gooey top layer. Want extra crunch? Toss in roasted peanuts or sesame seeds. For spice lovers, throw in a dash of pepper or red chili flakes before serving.e end. This curry tastes even better after resting for an hour!
​ Preparation Time : 10 min Cooking Time : 12 min Total Time : 22 min Servings : 2
Step-by-Step Recipe : From Boring Idlis to Cheesy Legends ​
PERSONAL NOTE
This dish has become a little favorite in my kitchen. I usually prepare it when I want to make something quick yet special with leftover millet idlis. The soft idlis soak up the flavors of sautéed veggies, and the cheesy topping adds a joyful twist that makes it hard to resist. It feels homely, comforting, and always brings happy faces to the table, which is why I love making it often.
INGREDIENTS
- 4 cooked millet idlis (chopped)
- 3 tbsp grated carrot
- 4 tbsp chopped capsicum
- 4 tbsp cooked cow peas
- ½ tsp each coriander leaves, curry leaves (chopped)
- 1 green chili (chopped)
- ½ tsp ginger (chopped)
- ½ tsp jeera
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp oil
- 30g grated cheese
- Salt to taste
PREPARATION STEPS
- Heat butter and oil in a pan, add jeera, let splutter.
- Fry ginger and green chili for 2 minutes.
- Add coriander, curry leaves, carrot; fry for 2 minutes.
- Add capsicum, fry 1 minute, then cow peas; fry 2 minutes.
- Add chopped idlis, fry for 3 minutes, season with salt.
- Transfer to a plate, top with grated cheese, cover for 1 minute.
- Serve with neer chutney.
Yes! Regular idlis work just as well. Millet adds extra fiber and nuttiness, but it’s optional.
Grated processed cheese melts beautifully, but you can also use mozzarella or cheddar for extra pull.
Yes, you can replace cowpeas with cooked chickpeas, sweet corn, or even green peas for variation.
Neer chutney is ideal! But coconut, mint, or tomato chutney also pair well with the cheesy twist.
Reduce the green chili, and use more cheese! You can even toss in sweet corn and a sprinkle of pizza seasoning.
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