Kotthu Idiyappam
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Kotthu Idiyappam is a popular South Indian street food dish made by tossing shredded idiyappam (string hoppers) with vegetables, eggs, and spices. It's a flavorful and filling meal, often enjoyed for breakfast or dinner.
Cuisines
Madras
Best for
Breakfast
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 4 | idiyappam (string hoppers) |
| 2 tablespoons | oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | green chili, finely chopped |
| 1 | tomato, finely chopped |
| 1 | carrot, grated |
| 1/4 cup | green peas |
| 1/4 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1/2 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1/2 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1/2 teaspoon | salt |
| 2 tablespoons | coriander leaves, chopped |
| 1 | lemon, juiced |
Instructions
- 1 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 2 Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, allowing them to splutter.
- 3 Add the chopped onion and green chili, sauté until the onion turns translucent.
- 4 Add the chopped tomato and cook until soft.
- 5 Stir in the grated carrot and green peas, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- 6 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt, mixing well.
- 7 Add the idiyappam to the pan, gently breaking it apart and mixing with the vegetables.
- 8 Cook for another 3-4 minutes, ensuring the idiyappam is well coated with the spices.
- 9 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Tips
For added flavor, you can include a handful of roasted peanuts or cashews.