- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“The Tasty Idli Recipe: Delicate and Healthy”
What you need to know
- Ingredientes frescos e naturais para um prato suculento e nutritivo
- Receita prática e rápida, ideal para quem quer preparar uma refeição saudável
- Aprenda a fazer um prato oriental sem precisar de muitos utensílios
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of rice
- 1 cup of black lentils (urad dal)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Filtered water (enough for the mixture)
- Oil to grease the pans
Instructions
Principal
- Let the rice and lentils soak in water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Drain the water and place the rice and lentils in the blender. Add filtered water little by little and beat until you get a homogeneous dough.
- Transfer the batter to a large bowl and add the salt. Mix well.
- Cover the container and let it ferment for about 12 hours in a warm place.
- After fermentation, grease the idli molds with a little oil.
- Pour the dough into the mold cavities, filling halfway.
- Place the ramekins in the steamer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the molds from the steam and let cool for a few minutes.
- Unmold the idlis carefully and keep warm.
- Serve hot with chutneys and sambar to taste.
Chef's tips
- Coloque o arroz e a lentilha de molho por 8 horas para melhorar o sabor e o sabor
- Cozinhe as idlis por cerca de 20 minutos até estarem prontas
- Mantenha os idlis aquecidos para um sabor mais intenso
Variations
- Você pode adicionar cebola moída e ervas ao preparo para dar um toque extra de sabor
- Para uma versão mais saudável, você pode usar arroz integral em vez do arroz normal
- Você pode incluir um pouco de amido de milho para dar mais consistência à massa
Substitutions
- Para substituir o arroz, você pode usar farinha de trigo em vez dele
- Você pode substituir a lentilha preta por feijão preto
- Em vez da água filtrada, você pode usar leite condensado
How to store
The idlis can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep them warm to improve the flavor.
Can it be frozen?
- It is not recommended to freeze idlis, as they lose their texture and flavor upon freezing.
- If you wish, you can freeze the dough preparation, leaving it dehydrated and in small portions.
What to serve with
Idlis are often served with chutneys, sambar, and fresh cilantro
Frequently asked questions
How can I prepare the dough for storage?
You can keep the batter preparation in an airtight container and thaw it just enough to unmold the idlis.
How can I add more flavor to idlis?
You can add ground onion and herbs to the preparation to give an extra touch of flavor.
How many idlis can I make with this package of ingredients?
With this package of ingredients, you can make approximately 4 idlis per serving.
Can we use wheat flour instead of rice?
Yes, you can use wheat flour instead of rice, but the flavor may be a little different.
