Idli Upkari is a simple dish that you can make with leftover idlis or even freshly-made idlis. It is essentially a simple stir-fry with idli pieces, onion, tomato, green chilli and coconut. It makes for a delicious snack, breakfast, or light meal.
In a kadhai or wok, over medium flame, heat the oil.
First, add the udad dal and fry till it is light golden brown.
Next, add mustard seeds and wait till they crackle.
Now add cumin seeds, onion and green chillies, and fry till the onion has softened and has become translucent.
Add curry leaves and tomato pieces, and fry till the tomato pieces are stewed.
Add the turmeric powder, salt and sugar, and mix well.
Now, add the idli pieces and mix well.
Turn off the heat.
Add the grated coconut and mix well.
Serve the hot Idli Upkari with some Coconut Chutney.
Notes
The tomato is just to lend some moisture to the dish. Do not increase the quantity or it spoils the balance. You can, in fact, leave it out all together.