Saturday, March 19, 2011

Madurai Idli

Idli is one of the most popular south Indian breakfast. Made of rice and Urad Daal, making Idli is not difficult at all, however its preparation takes a little time as the batter for Idli requires fermentation. It is a steamed food with minimum oil and no spices, it is an ideal food item for every body. Idli is served hot along with sambar and chutney.

Samayal :

Idly rice 2 cups (Ponni rice preferrable)
Urud dal 1 cup
cooked rice 1/2 cup
Fenugreek seeds(Methi)
1/4 tsp Salt as per taste

Seimurai [Method]:

* Soak Idly rice and Methi together in water for about 5-6 hours.
* Soak urud dal in water for 3 1/2 hours.
* Drain the water from urud dal and grind it in mixiewith little water.
* Fine grind it until the mixture is frothy. Keep aside
* Now drain water from soaked rice and methi.
* Grind these along with cooked rice and little water in mixie.
* Now mix the ground items and add salt.
* Allow it to ferment for 16 - 18 hours. Then make idlis.

Happy Cooking, Happy Tasting !!

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