Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

Roasted Peanuts

Roasted

1 tsp

White Urad Dal

Split

2 sprig

Curry Leaves

1 tsp

Mustard seeds

0.5 cup

Fresh coconut

Grated

2 unit

Green Chillies

Finely chopped

2 tbsp

Sesame Oil

2 inch

Ginger

Finely chopped

2 cup

Idli Rice

2 unit

Dry Red Chillies

Broken

Step 1
~16 min

Wash and soak the rice in water for 2 hours.

Step 2
~16 min

Grind the soaked rice into a smooth, semi-thick paste.

Step 3
~16 min

Grease idli molds and steam the batter for 10 minutes to make rice idlis.

Step 4
~16 min

Press the hot idlis through a sevai maker to create noodles.

Step 5
~16 min

Heat oil in a kadai.

Step 6
~16 min

Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.

Step 7
~16 min

Add green chillies, ginger, peanuts, and curry leaves and saute for a few seconds.

Step 8
~16 min

Add grated coconut and steamed rice sevai/idiyappam and stir well.

Step 9
~16 min

Adjust salt and spice levels to taste.

Step 10
~16 min

Serve hot with Coconut Chutney or Mor Kuzhambu.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use hot water while grinding the rice for a smoother batter.

Grease the idli molds well to prevent sticking.

Press the idlis while they are still hot for best results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Idli batter can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with coconut chutney

Serve with Mor Kuzhambu

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coconut Chutney
Mor Kuzhambu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A traditional breakfast dish in South Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ugadi
Pongal

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Snack
Dinner
Weekend Cooking

Popularity Score

75/100