Idli batter Bajjis

When idli batter turns too sour to make idlis, make bajjis! The more tangy the batter, the better these bajjis taste.

I almost always get stuck with overly sour batter and never know what to do with other than Masala idlis or Idli upma. This is another one of mom's creations, and a very good one at that!

This makes for a quick snack any day of the week.

You will need:

1 Cup sour Idli batter (click on link to see how to make Idli batter)

½ cup Rice flour

½ tsp Salt

¼ tsp Cumin seeds

2 tbsp fresh coconut bits (or fresh grated coconut)

Vegetable/Canola Oil for deep frying

Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl. The consistency should be thick and stiff enough to scoop with a spoon (not flowing). Taste and check for seasoning, add more salt if necessary.

Heat oil in a deep pan. Scoop the batter with your fingers or with a spoon and drop in hot oil.

Fry till golden brown, about 10 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels and eat with ketchup.

That’s it…quick and easy and an excellent way to salvage sour idli batter.