Idli Upma

Idlis are the most common breakfast in South Indian homes.  Most people prefer Dosas to Idlis.Try this recipe of Idli Upma for a tasty variation .This recipe can be made with Leftover idlis or Fresh Idlis.

Time:Making Time (20 mins)

Difficulty level:  Easy

Ingredients:

• Fresh or Leftover Idlis - 5 to 6 crumbled
• Onions - 1/2 finely chopped
• Green Chillies - 3-4
• Ginger - finely chopped (Optional)
• Oil - 1 tbsp
• Turmeric Powder -  a pinch
• Red Chilli Powder - 1 tsp (I prefer to use Dosa Chilli Powder)
• Broken Urad Dhal - 1 tsp
• Mustard seeds - for tempering
• Curry Leaves - 8-10
• Coriander Leaves for garnish
• Lemon juice - few drops (Optional)
• Salt to taste

Preparation:

1. In a vessel add oil, when heated add the Mustard seeds,Urad Dhal,Green Chillies,chopped ginger,Curry leaves,a pinch of Turmeric powder and allow it to splutter.
2. Add the chopped Onions to this and allow it to cook for sometime till it turns light pink. 
3. To this add the Chilli Powder,Crumbled Idlis,Salt to Taste and mix well.
4. Simmer and let it cook for few mins till the raw smell disappears.
5. Top it with a dash of Lemon Juice and Garnish with Coriander leaves and Serve hot as a healthy,tasty tiffin :)

Quick n Easy Guacamole

Guacamole is an Avocado based dip that originated in Mexico. I first got introduced to this at my favorite Mexican place - 'Chipotle' and started liking it since then.Avocado's are rich in Potassium  Vitamins, Folic acid and also have a high fiber content.I have tasted various versions of Guacamole but this recipe is a very easy and quick one to make. Get ready to enjoy a homemade Mexican flavor :)

Time:Making Time (15 mins)

Difficulty level: Very Easy 

Ingredients:

• Avocados - 2 or 3 (Ripe ones preferred)
• Onion - 1 small 
• Tomato - 2 small
• Garlic - 2 to 3 flakes
• Green Chilli - 2 (Based on the desired spice level)
• Coriander - few strands
• Salt & Pepper - to taste
• Lemon Juice - 1 tbsp

Preparation:

1. Peel the Avocados and mash them well along with 1 tbsp of fresh Lemon Juice and keep aside.
2. Finely chop(mince) the Onions,Tomatoes,Green Chilli,Garlic together.
3. Add this to the mashed Avocados, add Salt and Pepper to taste and mix well.
4. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
   Enjoy the tasty Guacamole with Chips or on top of Tortillas/Bread or simply eat it :)