What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 kerala idli recipe that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
15 Kerala Idli Recipe
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How to make Soft Idli Recipe / Idly Batter
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What is the secret of soft idlis?
* The secret ingredient is soaked fenugreek seeds or methi dana that helps get the fluffiness right. It’s healthy and also aids in fermentation. But if you use too much of it, the idli would be bitter.
Why is methi added to idli batter?
Why do we use fenugreek or methi seeds in dosa-idli batter making? Chef Vinod: Methi seeds contain compounds high in beta-glucans. They help hold carbon dioxide, which makes idlis fluffy and soft. Methi seeds also give viscosity to the batter.
Which rice is best for idli?
How do you make idly soft?
Method 2 – Idli Using Rice
- Blend soaked dal,salt and poha adding water as needed until thick and frothy.
- Grind rice until smooth or coarse to suit your liking. …
- Next transfer to a pot. …
- After 14 hours, the batter fermented, doubled in volume and had a bubbly texture.
Why are my idlis hard?
The main reason is watery or runny batter. Watery batter will not rise and the idlies will be hard and flat. So use caution while grinding and do not add too much water while grinding.
What does make idlis puffy?
In the preparation of idli batter, the batter is fermented using bacteria or yeast. During fermentation, CO2 bubbles which are released get trapped in the gluten, thus making idlis puffy.
Why my idlis are not white?
The most common reason for yellow idlis is lack of fermentation. I faced this during my initial months of trying to make idlis in cold climate. If the batter ferments well, the resulting idlis will be white in color. Another possible reason could be the quality of Urad dal.
Why are my idlis sticky?
– Urud dal for idlis has to ground finely, not the rice, which needs to be ground coarsely. If the rice is ground to a paste, the idlis tend to stick to the dish when steamed.
Why idli turn brown after cooking?
All those places where lumps left turn brown to red color. b. When we ferment the idli batter , if it is not fermented fully or less time is given to ferment or required temperature for fermentation is attained , idlies may have brown or red patches.
Can normal rice be used for idli?
Idli rice is parboiled rice and used specifically for making idli and dosa. This recipe post shares the method of making idli with idli rice and regular white rice. You can even make idli with short-grained rice. My mom makes one of the best idli with parmal rice.
Which idli batter is best?
Conclusions: Batter Parboiled rice batter ferments quickly and more easily compared to raw rice batters Idli Idli rises better, has more spring and is poofier, when made with parboiled rice compared to raw rice Dosa Dosa made with raw rice batter is crispier and tastier.
How long should I steam idli?
Add 1/2 cup of water in the idli steamer and let it boil. Put the idli stand inside and close the lid. Let the steam build for 8-10 minutes before switching off the gas. If you are using a cooker, use it without a vent and steam it for 10 minutes and then switch the gas off.














