idli recipe-How did you make this

 Idli Recipe Guide.Idli is a popular South Indian breakfast dish that is also widely consumed across the country. It is a soft and fluffy rice cake made from fermented rice and lentil batter. Idli is not only delicious, but it is also healthy and easy to digest. In this recipe, I will guide you through the step-by-step process of making delicious and fluffy idlis at home.


Ingredients:


2 cups of parboiled rice


1 cup of whole urad dal (skinned black gram)


1 tsp of fenugreek seeds


1 tsp of salt


Water as required for soaking and grinding


Equipment:


A wet grinder or a high-speed blender


A large mixing bowl


A large container for fermenting the batter


An idli steamer or a large pot with a steaming rack


Instructions:


Soak the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds in separate bowls for at least 4-6 hours. The soaking time may vary depending on the quality of the ingredients and the weather conditions. Make sure to use enough water to cover the ingredients by at least an inch.


After the soaking time is over, drain the water and rinse the ingredients well.


Grind the urad dal and fenugreek seeds in a wet grinder or a high-speed blender until you get a smooth and fluffy batter. Use water as required to get a smooth consistency. It may take around 15-20 minutes of grinding to get the right texture.


Transfer the urad dal batter to a large mixing bowl.


Next, grind the rice in the same wet grinder or blender until you get a smooth and fine batter. Use water as required to get a smooth consistency. It may take around 20-25 minutes of grinding to get the right texture.


Transfer the rice batter to the same mixing bowl as the urad dal batter.


Add salt to the batter and mix well using your hands or a spoon.


Cover the mixing bowl with a lid or a clean cloth and keep it in a warm place for fermentation. The ideal temperature for fermentation is around 25-30°C. Depending on the weather conditions, it may take around 8-12 hours for the batter to ferment. You will notice that the batter has risen and become fluffy and frothy.


After the fermentation is complete, give the batter a good stir to mix it well.


Grease the idli plates with oil or ghee. If you don't have idli plates, you can use small bowls or cups that can fit in your steamer or pot.


Fill each idli mold with 2-3 tablespoons of the batter. Do not overfill the molds, as the idlis will rise and expand during steaming.


Steam the idlis in an idli steamer or a large pot with a steaming rack. If you are using a pot, add water to the pot and bring it to a boil. Place the steaming rack on top of the boiling water and place the idli molds on the rack. Cover the pot with a lid or a clean cloth and steam for around 10-15 minutes. If you are using an idli steamer, follow the manufacturer's instructions for steaming.


After the steaming is complete, turn off the heat and let the idlis rest for a few minutes.


Using a spoon or a knife, gently remove the idlis from the molds.


Serve the idlis hot with sambar, coconut chutney, or any other side dish of your choice.


Tips:


Make sure to use parboiled rice for this recipe, as it gives the idlis



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