Make crispy fried idli from leftover idli, tasty snack will be ready in 15 minutes

By Samira Vishwas On Apr 22, 2026

Idli Fry Recipe: Often idli is left in the house and people do not understand what to do with it. But if a little creativity is shown, the same leftover idli can be transformed into a new and very tasty snack. Fried Idli is one such quick dish, which is liked by people of all ages.

Fried idli is a great snack option, especially for children, because it is crispy from outside and soft from inside. Also, you can make it even more healthy and tasty by adding spices and vegetables of your choice. Let us know its easy recipe.

Idli – 6-8 (chopped)
Oil – 2 tbsp
Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
Curry leaves – 8-10
Green chilli – 1-2 (finely chopped)
Onion – 1 (finely chopped)
Capsicum – 1/2 cup (chopped)
Turmeric – 1/4 tsp
Red chilli powder – 1/2 tsp
Salt – as per taste
Chaat masala – 1/2 tsp
Coriander – to garnish

How to make fried idli

To prepare fried idli, first cut the remaining idli into small cubes. Keep in mind that the idli should not be too soft, otherwise it may break while frying. Light hard idli is perfect for this recipe.

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. When mustard seeds start crackling, add curry leaves and green chillies. After this, add finely chopped onion and fry till it becomes light golden, so that the taste is good.

Now add capsicum and cook for 2-3 minutes until it becomes slightly crunchy. After this add turmeric, red chilli powder and salt and mix well, so that the spices get cooked well.

Now put the chopped idli in the pan and stir gently so that the spices are coated well. Fry the idli on medium flame for 5-7 minutes until they become crispy. Finally sprinkle chaat masala and garnish with green coriander and serve.