Masala Kuzhi Paniyaram

Masala kuzhi paniyaram are those little dumplings Indians loves to munch as a tea time snack. Paniyaram comes in both sweet and savory and today i'm sharing the later with masala kuzhi paniyaram that goes well along side with a hot Indian chai and a good chutney.

What makes this delicious paniyaram special are, the authentic kuzhi paniyaram vessel which can be found easily at most indian shops. I made this soft and spongy masala paniyaram for our family weekend tea time from my last night's left over idli batter. If you have left over idli batter this recepi takes less than 15 minutes to dish out. For variations you can simply add chopped carrot,cabbage or even finely chopped spinach.

Ingredients

2 cups idli batter
8-10 shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup shredded fresh coconut
2 red chillies,finely chopped
1/2 tsp pepper powder
Handful coriander leaves,finely chopped
8-10 curry leaves,chopped
1/4 inch ginger, finely grated
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tbsp cumin seeds
Vegetable oil for frying



Methods

In a large bowl, add idli batter,chopped shallots,shredded coconut,red chillies,pepper powder,coriander leaves,grated ginger,mustard seeds and cumin. Mix until all the ingredients well combined.

Heat the kuzhi paniyaram vessel, pour couple of drops oil into each hole.

Pour the batter until 3/4 into each holes of the paniyaram vessel and cook on medium flame for about 2 minutes. Using a wooden skewer, gently flip the panniyaram to cook the other side. Cook for another 2 minutes.

With the skewer, gently transfer the cooked panniyaram onto a serving.

Serve hot or warm with chutney of your choice


Notes

Add salt into the panniyaram batter if your idli batter not seasoned with salt.