## Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry) (South Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **South Indian Recipes South Indian Breakfast**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 15 minutes
**Total time:** 25 minutes
**Cuisine:** South Indian Recipes
**Course:** South Indian Breakfast
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry):
* 20 Idli – (mini idlis)
* 10 Onions – finely chopped (or 1 large onion)
* 1/2 teaspoons Mustard seeds
* 1/2 teaspoon White Urad Dal (Split)
* 1 teaspoon Green Chillies – chopped
* 1 teaspoon Ginger – finely chopped
* 5 Curry leaves – finely chopped
* 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
* 1 tablespoon Sesame (Gingelly) Oil – or vegetable oil
* Coriander (Dhania) Leaves – small bunch
* Salt – to taste
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry):
1. heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan; add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and urad dal.
2. Allow them to crackle.
3. Allow the urad to get roasted and lightly browned.
4. Next, add the onions, saute until onions are soft and tender on medium heat.
5. Now add the curry leaves, green chillies and ginger.
6. Add the turmeric powder and the mini idlis and salt.
7. Saute until all the ingredients are well combined.
8. Check the salt and spice and adjust to suit your taste.
9. Turn the heat to low; cover the pan and simmer for about 5 minutes.
10. Finally, stir in the freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve the Mini Idli Upma for breakfast or pack it for a snack box.
11. Serve Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry) with South Indian Coconut Chutney, or Red Chilli Coconut Chutney Recipe and a glass of hot Ginger Cardamom Chai.
### Tips for the Best Mini Idli Upma Recipe (Steamed Rice Cake Stir Fry):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Ensure your oil is at the correct temperature before frying; too low and food absorbs oil, too high and it burns.
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