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Suji Idli
Recipe: Make Soft And Fluffy Idlis In Minutes

50 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
5
Ingredients
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Instant suji idli is a no-fermentation recipe that delivers soft, fluffy idlis with minimal preparation. Roasted rava is mixed with curd and water to form a light batter, then steamed with a dash of Eno for perfect sponginess. It’s a quick and healthy breakfast or snack option loved in many Indian households.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 cupRava / Suji (coarse semolina)
1 cupCurd / Yoghurt
½ tspSalt
¼ cupWater (adjust as needed)
¼ cupEno fruit salt (or a pinch of baking soda)

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Roast the rava

Heat a pan on medium flame and dry roast 1 cup of rava until it turns aromatic and slightly changes colour. Stir continuously to avoid burning. Transfer to a plate and let it cool completely.

Description - Step 2

Prepare the batter

In a mixing bowl, combine roasted rava, curd, and salt. Mix well until smooth without lumps. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes so the rava absorbs moisture and becomes fluffy.

Description - Step 3

Adjust consistency

After resting, add ¼ cup water or as needed to make a thick yet pourable batter. The consistency should be similar to cake batter. Do not make it too runny.

Description - Step 4

Add leavening agent

Just before steaming, mix ¼ tsp Eno fruit salt (or a pinch of baking soda) into the batter. Stir gently in one direction. You will see bubbles forming, this makes the idlis airy.

Description - Step 5

Steam the idlis

Grease the idli moulds with oil and pour the batter into them immediately after adding Eno. Place the stand in a steamer or pressure cooker without a whistle, and steam on medium flame until idlis are soft, spongy, and fully cooked.

Description - Step 6

Serve and enjoy

Allow the idlis to cool for a minute, then gently unmould with a spoon. Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar for a wholesome South Indian meal.

Step 1
Roast the rava
5 Minutes
Step 2
Prepare the batter
25 Minutes
Step 3
Adjust consistency
2 Minutes
Step 4
Add leavening agent
1 Minute
Step 5
Steam the idlis
15 Minutes
Step 6
Serve and enjoy
2 Minutes

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Plating Instructions

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Arrange idlis on a banana leaf or plate with chutneys on the side.

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Pairing Instructions

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Serve alongside sambar for a complete breakfast.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Sprinkle grated coconut and coriander leaves for freshness.

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