Steamed Idli

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1. 1

   Rinse the idli rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds separately under cold water until the water runs clear.

   Noin 2 min

2. 2

   Soak the idli rice in enough water to cover by several inches for at least 6 hours or overnight.

   Noin 6 t

   Kokin vinkki: Soaking helps in achieving a fluffy texture.

3. 3

   Soak the urad dal and fenugreek seeds together in enough water to cover by several inches for at least 6 hours or overnight.

   Noin 6 t

4. 4

   Drain the soaked urad dal and fenugreek seeds and grind them in a wet grinder or high-speed blender with a little water until you get a very smooth, fluffy batter.

   Noin 5 min

   Kokin vinkki: Add water gradually to avoid making the batter too thin. The batter should be light and airy.

5. 5

   Transfer the urad dal batter to a large bowl.

   Noin 1 min

6. 6

   Drain the soaked idli rice and grind it in the same grinder or blender with water until it forms a smooth, slightly coarse batter.

   Noin 5 min

   Kokin vinkki: The rice batter should be less smooth than the dal batter, with a slight grainy texture.

7. 7

   Combine the rice batter with the urad dal batter in the large bowl. Add the salt and mix thoroughly with your hands, ensuring the batters are well combined.

   Noin 2 min

   Kokin vinkki: Using your hands helps incorporate air and aids in fermentation.

8. 8

   Cover the bowl loosely and let the batter ferment in a warm place for 8-12 hours, or until it has doubled in volume and is light and frothy.

   Noin 8 t

   Kokin vinkki: Fermentation time varies with ambient temperature. In colder climates, place it in a warm oven with the light on.

9. 9

   Once fermented, gently stir the batter without deflating it too much.

   Noin 1 min

10. 10

    Grease the idli molds with a little oil.

    Noin 1 min

11. 11

    Pour the batter into the greased idli molds, filling each about three-quarters full.

    Noin 1 min

12. 12

    Place the idli stand in a steamer or pressure cooker (without the whistle) with about 1-2 inches of water at the bottom.

    Noin 1 min

    Kokin vinkki: Ensure the water doesn't touch the idli plates.

13. 13

    Steam the idli for 10-12 minutes on medium-high heat. Do not open the lid during steaming.

    Noin 12 min

    Kokin vinkki: Idli are cooked when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

14. 14

    Turn off the heat and let the idli rest in the steamer for 2-3 minutes before carefully removing them from the molds with a spoon.

    Noin 3 min

    Kokin vinkki: This resting time helps prevent the idli from sticking and makes them easier to remove.

15. 15

    Serve hot with your favorite chutney and sambar.