Idli - Steamed Sour Rice Cakes |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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This savoury cakes melt in your mouth , the minute you take a bite . They are usually two to three inches in diameter and are made by steaming a batter consisting of fermented black lentils (de-husked) and rice. Read more . Can serve with almost any accompaniments. Ingredients:
3 c parboiled rice , soaked for 4 hours |
1 c split black lentil , soaked for 4 hours |
pinch of salt and baking soda |
Directions:
1. The lentils and rice are grounded to a paste with little water one by one
2. Add salt and allow the batter to ferment overnight , until it expands to almost double its original volume.
3. In the morning, add the soda and use a big spoom to scoop the idli batter into the oil -greased moulds of an idli tray for steaming.
4. After 5 mins insert a toothpick to see if it comes out clean .
5. Remove and serve with almost anything even honey .
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