Instant Paddus in Chilli Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup semolina or sooji
• 1/4 cup plain curd
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 medium onion chopped
• 1 inch ” piece of ginger chopped
• 1 green chilli
• 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp jeera powder
• 1 tsp dhania powder
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• to taste Salt
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
• 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
• 1-2 chopped green chillies
• 1/2 tbsp chopped green capsicum
• 1/2 tbsp chopped red bell peppers (optional)
• 1 tbsp tomato puree
• 2 tbsp tomato sauce
• 2 tsp Teriyaki sauce or light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp chilli sauce
• As per requirement Sesame seeds for garnish

Steps

1. To begin, in a large bowl, mix together the sooji, curd, and water. Leave aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the sooji to soak in the liquids.
2. When it has tightened a bit, mix in the chopped onion, chopped ginger, green chillies, and the dry masalas. Mix well. Add a bit of water so that it is of an idli batter consistency.
3. Before cooking the paddus, add the baking powder and baking soda and mix gently.
4. Grease the appe or paddu pan generously and pour a teaspoon into each of the pits. Cover it with a lid and let it cook.
5. In the meantime, prepare the chilli garlic sauce. Heat 2 tbsp of sesame oil in a pan.
6. Add in the chopped garlic, ginger, and green chillies and saute for a minute.
7. Add in the onions and saute until translucent. Add in the capsicum and bell pepper and mix well.
8. Add the tomato puree, tomato sauce, Teriyaki sauce, and chilli sauce. Mix well.
9. Add in the paddus and mix until they are well coated. Cover it with a lid for a few minutes so that the paddus soak in the sauce.
10. Instant Paddus in Chilli Garlic Sauce are ready to serve. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve hot.