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Masala Idli
Masala Idli is a popular South Indian dish made from fermented rice and lentil batter, steamed to perfection. This version includes spices for added flavor.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 12 min
Total: 22 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat oil in a small pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add curry leaves and chopped green chilies, sauté for a minute.
- Mix this tempering into the idli batter along with chopped coriander leaves and salt.
- Grease idli molds and pour the batter into them.
- Steam for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from molds and serve hot with chutney.
Tips
- Make sure the idli batter is fermented well for best results.
- Adjust the number of chilies according to your spice preference.