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Rava Idli
Rava Idli is a soft and fluffy steamed cake made from semolina, perfect for breakfast. It is easy to prepare and pairs well with coconut chutney.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026
Instructions
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix semolina, yogurt, and water to form a smooth batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves. Sauté until fragrant.
- Mix the tempering into the batter along with ginger, green chilies, salt, and baking soda.
- Grease idli molds and pour the batter into them.
- Steam in an idli cooker for about 10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from molds. Serve with coconut chutney.
Tips
- Adjust water for desired consistency of batter.
- For added flavor, you can include chopped vegetables in the batter.