Sabakki Idli
(from Nandini’s recipe box)
Source: http://suruchi.wordpress.com/2010/10/22/sabakki-idli/
Categories: Idli
Ingredients
- . Idli Rava- 2 Cups
- 2. Sabakki- 1 Cup
- 3. Curd( Preferably sour)- enough to soak the Idli Rava and Sabakki. Soak the Rava and Sabakki in the curds for 6-8 hours. Add more curd to the mixture if it gets too thick. The consistency should be a little thicker than regular idli batter. Add the rema
- 4. Green Chili paste- 1/2 tsp
- 5. Fresh grated coconut( Optional)- 2 Tbsp
- 6. Finely chopped onions( Optional)
- 7. Finely chopped coriander
- 8. Make a seasoning of mustard seeds in 2 tsp hot oil, add a pinch of asafetida and chopped curry leaves. Add this to the Rava mixture.
- 9. Salt- to taste
- 10. Soda- a pinch
- 11. Peppercorns- 1/2 tsp
Directions
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ix all the ingredients well, and keep aside till the idli plates are smeared with oil or ghee. For a nicer presentation, on each idli mould, place a cashew, some chopped coriander, and some grated coconut or grated carrot. Pour the idli batter on top. Fill all the moulds, place in steam for about 10- 15 minutes.
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Serve Idlis with coconut chutney, or any accompaniment of your choice.