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Idli

Idli is a popular breakfast delicacy in India and around the world. There is a wide variety of Idli's among which the Lentil/Rice Idli is the most popular. The other popular types of Idli's are Rava Idli, Moode, Kotte Kadubu, Thatte Idli, and Mini Idli.

Idli is prepared from Rice Rava, Black gram (Urad dal), and fenugreek seeds (Methi). Idli is commonly served with Coconut Chutney or sambar. 


Health Benefits: Black gram is rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Fenugreek or methi seeds have many health benefits. Overall, idli is a healthy, tasty, vegan, and gluten-free fermented food. Fermented foods are easy to digest. Idli's are also served to patients since they are steam cooked.

Appliances needed

  1. Stainless steel Idli cooker or pressure cooker.
  2. Idli stand.



Video

Idli Recipe

Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total:
30 minutes
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Author: Veena

Fermented idli batter - Please refer to the following link for the batter preparation process.

Ingredients:

  1. Idli batter - 6 cups or 48 OZ
  2. Water - 1/4 cup if needed
  3. Ghee or oil - 2 Tbsp.

Instructions:

  1. Place the pressure cooker or Idli cooker on the stove.
  2. Place the trivet at the bottom of the pressure cooker or Idli cooker.
  3. Grease the Idli plates with ghee or oil.
  4. Add the batter to each plate and arrange the plates in the idli stand. (Refer to the video for details)
  5. Place the idli stand inside the idli cooker/pressure cooker.
  6. Pressure cook for 18 to 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the hot idli's from the idli plate to an empty container.

Hot idlis are now ready!!

idlis are best when served with chutney or sambar. Please visit the Coconut Chutney post for more details on preparing chutney.

Note: The above recipe will result in approximately 25-28 Idlis. 

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Veena

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