Deep fried idli with sweet dates chutney

                      

Ingredients

1)  Few left over idlis

2) chilly powder

3) rava powder

4) tomato sauce

5 grated green chillies

6) curry leaves

Procedure

Cut the idlis into pieces..for eg. 1 idli to 4 pieces...then add all the ingredients and coat it with a bit of rava and deep fry..

For the chutney

    Ingredients

• 2 cups of deseeded dates
• ¼ cup deseeded tamarind
• 1 cup jaggery
• 1 teaspoon chilli powder
• Salt to taste

    Procedure

Heat 4 cups of water in a sauce pan and add all the ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes.

Alternatively, you can place all the ingredients in the pressure cooker for 2 whistles and turn off heat. Allow the pressure to release itself and then proceed with intructions below.

Cool the mixture and puree into a smooth paste in a blender. Strain to remove any residue and use as required. Store Refrigerated or freeze for about 3 months.

Makes two cups...

Serve ithe idlis hot with the chutney