Easy Homemade Soft Idli RecipeVeg

1

Soak the white lentils (urad dal) and parboiled rice separately in water for at least 6 to 7 hours.

2

Grind the soaked lentils using a minimal amount of water until they form a smooth paste.

3

Grind the soaked rice until it forms a coarse paste.

4

Mix the lentil paste and rice paste together, then let the mixture ferment for 6 to 7 hours.

1

Add water to a pressure cooker and let it boil for about 10 minutes. Ensure there is enough water to reach the level of your idli stand.

2

Season the fermented batter with salt and mix well.

3

Transfer a portion of the batter (enough for one batch of approximately 12 idlis) into a separate bowl.

4

Optionally, add 1/8 teaspoon of soda bicarbonate to this portion and stir well; this helps the idlis stay soft after cooling.

5

Grease your idli stand with oil and pour the batter into the tray molds.

6

Place the idli stand into the pressure cooker.

7

Close the lid of the pressure cooker without the vent valve.

8

Steam the idlis for 15 minutes on a high flame.

9

Once done, let the idlis rest for 1 to 2 minutes before scooping them out of the tray with a knife.