Idli recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
Idli is a soft Indian steamed cake made by soaking, fermenting, and steaming rice and urad dal.
Idli is a soft Indian steamed cake made by soaking, fermenting, and steaming rice and urad dal. Fluffy and mild, it’s perfect for breakfast or a light lunch, especially with warm sambar or coconut chutney.
World cuisine · 12 minutes to cook
Tips: The batter rises as it ferments, so fill the bowl no more than halfway.
Tips: If the weather is cool, placing the batter in an unheated oven or microwave can make fermentation a little easier.
Tips: A very light coating of cooking oil on the molds helps the idli release more easily.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- Rice — 60 g
- Urad beans — 20 g
- Water — 100 ml
- Salt — 0.3 tsp