Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Idli Batter

   In a large bowl, combine 2 bowls of semolina, 1 bowl of yogurt (use 1/2 bowl if it's sour), and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add water while mixing to achieve a smooth batter consistency, similar to traditional idli batter. Cover the bowl and let the batter rest for 20 minutes.

2. 2.Prepare Potato Filling

   Peel 5 boiled potatoes and mash them thoroughly. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of mustard oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 2 chopped green chilies, and 1 inch of grated ginger. Sauté lightly until fragrant. Add 1/2 cup of fresh green peas, salt to taste, and a splash of water. Cover and cook until the peas are soft. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1/2 teaspoon of coriander powder, and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add the mashed potatoes, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh coriander leaves, and 1 teaspoon of amchur powder. Mix everything well until combined. The potato filling is now ready.

3. 3.Steam Idlis

   After the batter has rested, add 1/2 teaspoon of Eno (lemon flavor) and a little water to activate it. Mix gently. Grease 4-5 small, same-sized bowls with oil. Pour the idli batter into each bowl, filling them only halfway to allow for rising. Place the filled bowls in a steamer with boiling water, cover, and steam on high heat for 10 minutes. Check if the idlis are cooked by inserting a knife; it should come out clean. Remove the bowls and let the idlis cool down before carefully removing them.

4. 4.Assemble Idli Burgers

   Once the idlis are cooled, slice each idli horizontally into two halves. Take one half, spread a generous layer of the prepared potato filling on it, and then place the other idli half on top to form a burger. Repeat this process for all the idlis.

5. 5.Temper and Serve

   Heat 1 tablespoon of mustard oil in a flat pan or tawa. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds, and a few curry leaves. Let them splutter. Place the assembled idli burgers on the pan. Brush a little oil on top of each idli burger. Cook for 2 minutes on medium-high heat until the bottom is golden brown. Flip the idli burgers and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Serve the hot Idli Burgers immediately with coconut chutney or green chutney.