How to make Rava Idli - Indian Cuisine Recipes

[causha2011]

Can I ferment the batter instead of adding ENO

[ayesha2886]

is it ok if i use baking soda or baking powder instead of eno, keep it 4 few hours n thn make idly

[thebestozz4evr]

hey anuja r u a malayalaee

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@thebestozz4evr : No, Anuja is a Punjabi :)

[asanpuri]

@ShowMeTheCurry waaaaaaaaaa???????

[swapna705]

baking soda is a healthy option?because idli is a ususal breakefast can we use soda powder frequently?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@swapna705 : Traditionally, Idli is served at breakfast :) The amount of baking soda that goes into making this is not going to be harmful to you :)

[amitkp80]

can i make jar full rava idli mix?......w/o adding 2nd part.......i meant yogurt part......pls let me know....thanks

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@amitkp80 : Yes, you can and that is a great way to save time :)

[samikshamk]

oh!! idli looks soo yummy!! iam going to try it today. thank u for the recipe.

[mjadesh]

super i tryed its nice

[ashoknizwa]

Thanx looks yummy I am trying it

[AnitaCheesecake]

omg that looks so good .....D:

[prangika21]

U told to put baking powder & limejuice instead of ENO fruit salt. What is the quantity for that Rava Idli recepe?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@prangika21 : ENO is just a combination of baking soda (60%) and citric acid (40%). You can try approx 1 1/4 tsp baking soda and 3/4 tsp citric acid or lime juice (more lime juice – to taste).

[gjgarima]

Thanks a lot

[gjgarima]

please tell us the recipe for "KHICHUU"....I am dying to eat that....:)

[cupoftea31]

thank you. idlies look soo yummy, i am going to try it very soon

[srk1952in]

Very good, option is that take salted scapped carrots, greet peas with cilantro will be more appealing. If you mix little sugar with green peas the green colour will be retained when boiling.

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@srk1952in

Thanks for the suggestion!

[aishooonutube]

Great recipe came out extremely well... I actually got away with using only a fraction of the oil u used in the recipe :) and also for those of u who dint have eno... I used 1 tsp of Baking soda and 1 tsp lime juice for every cup of rava...The idlis turned out nice and plump :)

[prisha91755]

Great video. I will give this a try. 

[sribagawathi]

Excellent instructions.

[Subhidevi]

What if you don't have idli pans?

[guddusingh6]

have a question .is it imp to put the baking soda or eno . pl let me know

[deepsm5b]

What alternative would you suggest instead of the ENO fruit salt?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@deepsm5b : baking soda plus lime juice

[stjit85]

Any replacement for Eno fruit salt those who stay in US????

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@stjit85 : baking soda plus lime juice

Also, we do get Eno at most of the South Asian Grocery stores :)

[sabyrulz]

Looks yum, cant wait till I make them.will they come out well in the microwave idli maker?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@sabyrulz : the only thing to keep in mind with microwaved ones are that they have to be consumed immediately...or they get though :(

[gjgarima]

any substitute for ENO



[ShowMeTheCurry]

@gjgarima : baking soda plus lime juice

[alrishify]

I've been experimenting with idlis since I came to the US last Jan.This was my first sucess!!!! thank you so much. Your recipe and measurements are perfect. My hubby loved it too.

[MewesK]

@AliciaKhan Keep in mind that your screen settings are not always fitting the reality. Screens are often brighter and have more brilliant colors than nature^^

[AliciaKhan]

Shukriya..

I made the delicious Rava version for Iftaar (our breakin of fast durin the holy month of Ramzan) and it turned out quite good except for the color..It wasn't as white but brownish and even the coriander used for garnishing lost its color (I'm sad, I want my idlis as pretty as yours!)...But anyways, it was quick n yummy...thankoooooo chooo muchhhh!

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@AliciaKhan

Happy Ramadan! The color of the idli will depend on how much you roast the rava. If you remove it from the pan as soon as you see brown streaks, the color of the idli will remain white. Not sure about the coriander...we did not do anything differently besides place it in the mould.

[AliciaKhan]

Shukriya !!

My first ever Idlis turned out quite good but not as beautiful..They looked kinda brownish in color (not white like yours) and even the coriander leaves used for garnishin lost its color, otherwise it tasted good..Made it for Iftar (the breakin of our fast in the holy month of Ramzan )...thank youuuuuu!!!!

[Vaibik]

Hi, tomorrow I am planning to prepare Idli for my Portuguese friends here. I have brought the Idli stand from home this time.

And your video made it so easy for me. I think I will just have to buy ENO (I don't keep it here).

I was looking for some Idli recipe because I am not sure if I need to keep the ground rice+urad mixture overnight for it to rise. But your Rava Idli recipe has no such thing.

My parents, in India, are sleeping so Internet is the guide. ;)

Thanks a lot!

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@Vaibik

We do actually have an Idli recipe that requires grinding and fermenting, however, this one is an instant version. Good luck.

[Vaibik]

@ShowMeTheCurry

Hey, thanks for the reply.

Do you want to know the result? Yesterday on lunch I experimented my first every Idli cooking, just for me and my friend. And wow, it turned out great. However I had added ginger and chili in tadka, and not with the curd.

We decided to repeat it in the evening for dinner for more ppl. And wow, in the dinner the Idlis turned out to be equally great along with Sambhar, however a bit too spicy for the girls as I put more ginger. Told my mom too! Thanks:)

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@Vaibik

Awesome!  Thanks for taking the time to write your feedback.

[s4kumudha]

Hi, Your videos are superb.What I like the most is the idly came out as good as that on the video.One small request - Can you write down the instructions, which you say on the video, in your website ?. I am not able to understand a few words even after listening repeatedly.Also,can you post recipe for Rava Dosa.

Thanks and keep up the great work.

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@s4kumudha

Thanks! All of our recipes (plus the videos) are available in written form on our website.

[barbieown1]

my mouth is watering thumbs up if u agree

[abhiramimuthu]

Hi,

Can I use citric acid instead of Eno?

Thanks

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@abhiramimuthu

Yes, ENO is basically citric acid plus baking soda. You will have to use the baking soda to make the idli rise.

[riariariadixit]

thanks so muchh...:)keep up all ur good recipes.....wana see more n more from u guys....both of u r doin awsum..as my ery dish turns out so perfect.,...just 1 question...u both are sisters or friends?? umm....just curious..:)

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@riariariadixit

Friends!

[riariariadixit]

idli is good in round in shapes..but if we dont have these stands...we can use the same method as in dhokla recipe to pour in the batter in a round shaped thali...steam it and then cut into chunk squares...how about that??:-)

thanks..

regards ria

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@riariariadixit

That would be absolutely fine...you can call them "South Indian Dhokla" :)

[Vaibik]

@ShowMeTheCurry

Good one.

[Vaibik]

@riariariadixit

Hi Ria,

I have actually had those square/rectangular/diamond Idlis in some wedding dinner in India.

So your idea is perfectly ok. ;)

[Yahwehservant]

I LOVE THOSE IDLI Cakes! Ellueham you have to try them...the plain ones with the Sambar is AMAZING....check out a buffet! I use the mix to make idli cakes...hungry for them now.......

[ktkbar]

Is there a way to make this vegan? Thanks

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@ktkbar

Unfortunately, we have not tried to make this recipe vegan. You may be able to use soy yogurt.

[komaldolia]

hi

can u plz teach us how to make daal baati

[SmilingEyes79]

Is her name pickle?

[nangan84]

I made rava idlis y'day ..they turned out well. I skipped ENO however as I am pregnant..

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@nangan84

ENO is just baking soda mixed with citric acid.

[Peikko]

@nangan84 I'd be more worried about the asfoetida: "Asafoetida has also been reported to have contraceptive/abortifacient activity".

[gr8sonali]

nice receipe.......will try it soon !!

have you used natural yoghurt or the low fat one (available in market ) which has a little sour taste ?? does the quantity used varies as per the type of yoghurt ?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@gr8sonali

We make our own yogurt at home with 2% milk. The quantity shouldn't matter with the type of yogurt.

[XammLuizz]

I dunno why I feel like this but.. I think Anuja is bossing around. Maybe it's just me :P That looks yummy ^^

[nathapushpa]

U 2 are doing a very good job for all the communities around the world...keep up the good work...The whole world has started to eat Rice N curry now....Keep-up the good work...Warm regards from Pushpa-Brisbane-Australia

[bchap09]

Thankyou

Great job girls so many views on your videos keep it up^^^^^^^^^

[algebra110]

good but anuja needs to stop using a put on american accent,,,

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@algebra110

lol...I will teach her to speak in a proper Indian accent.

Hetal

[bchap09]

thankyou,,,

can we put cream instead of yoghurt?????

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@bchap09

You really need the sourness of the yogurt in this recipe.

[baconboy42]

But could you also leave this out overnight for the natural yeast to develop?

This looks very tasty, but now I'll have to go buy that steaming tray. :D

[ShowMeTheCurry]

@baconboy42: Some of our

viewers have said that they do but

personally we have never tried it.

[simwilling]

Woww soo easy... Thanku soo much

[bhavrish209]

you can find more about the Karnataka foods at wikipedia.

[bhavrish209]

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Region or state Karnataka

Rava Idli (Kannada: ರವೆ ಇಡ್ಲಿ)

It is a speciality of the state of Karnataka in India and the popular restaurant chain, Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) of Bangalore claims to have invented it. [1] According to Mavalli Tiffin Rooms, during World War II, when rice which is the staple item used in idli was in short supply, they experimented in making idli using semolina and created Rava Idli.

[priya16086]

Hello ,Thanks a lot for this wonderful recipe .I already knew how to make idli but your recipe of actually frying the sooji was really amazing.The idea of putting tomato slices made the dish so presentable.Loved it!

[dig6dog]

THE MONSTER SISTERS!

[ravishori]

anuja you are so lovable :-)... ur husband is truly lucky..tame bahu saras chhoo..

[TooLooseLeTrek]

A question. I just bought an idli stand and made my first batch of idli. Everything went well except the idli had a very sour taste. I've had idli before at a local restaurant and it tasted great. This was different.

I got the batter made up from an Indian grocery store. I don't want to go back and ask the clerk if he's selling old batter. We have a great relationship going and I don't want to ruin that.

Is idli ever sour tasting?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

lol...you make us laugh every time!

If the idli batter is left out too long to ferment (or is old), you would get a sour tasting idli. Under normal circumstances, idli should not be sour. You can tell the clerk about your experience and "innocently" ask if you did anything wrong. This way, you are not accusing and he is made aware of his product. One more thing... some ppl use yogurt to get the batter to ferment quicker. This could also cause the sour taste.

[sumanviegas]

Can thebaking powder be used instead of Eno-Fruit salt ?

Also I tried doing the Rawa Idli ,the taste was perfect but the idli was not tht soft.Could you let me know wht could be the reason

[ShowMeTheCurry]

ENO is baking soda mixed with citric acid. You can substitute lemon or lime juice also. You can try replacing some water with more yogurt to get the idli to be softer.

[pariapsara]

If the idli molds are "'non stick "'

do we still need to use the cooking spray????

[ShowMeTheCurry]

It is similar to using oil in non-stick pans. The idli will just slide out with no residue remaining so it is easier to make the next batch.

[vinoanu]

Hi Shethel and Anuja,

Did you use a stock pot as idli steamer? If so what is the size of the stock pot? I have 6 idli plates. Can a 16-qt stock pot work for it?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

If your idli plates fit in it, it'll work. We suggest you either take the plates along or take the measurements just to be on the safe side.

[bhavrish209]

It is a speciality of the state of Karnataka in India and was invented by the popular restaurant chain, Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) of Bangalore.[1] Rava-Idli translates to semolina-idli in the native Kannada language.

During World War II, when rice which is the staple item used in idli was in short supply, Mavalli Tiffin Rooms experimented in making idli using semolina and hence Rava Idli was invented. Rava idli is served hot and is to be eaten along with sambar and chutney

[olebaj]

@bhavrish209

enappa, chena gidiya. Why lie idli and madras go hand in hand. idli is the staple dish of tamils.

[sriyapanol1]

Wat does eno do??????/ i made this recipe witout eno n belive me it turned out very good.......

[Nweisha]

Hi there, this recipe looks interesting; i like the fact that it looks colorful but what really caught my attention was actually the 'steamer' pot you use. I like that stackable plates it comes with. Could you please tell me where i could get one of them special steamer with them stackable plates? thanks

[ShowMeTheCurry]

Please visit our Kitchen Store on our website. You will find the Idli steamer.

ShowMeTheCurry (dot) com/catalog

[sweetsruthy]

hi..your cooking programme is very useful,may i know what is" hing".any replacement for that?will it make a big difference?ty

[ShowMeTheCurry]

Hing is called Asafoetida in English. It is a very pungent spice and to be used sparingly. There really is no good substitute for it. It does add a unique flavor but if you can't find it, you can leave it out.

[roseattri]

for how many ppl ??

[annisha1975]

Awesome recipe. Came out perfect. Soft and delicious. You ladies rock !!

[rekkhabusy]

hello johnrobert and sgkrao, this recipe is also known as instant idli, for instant visitors, in india, some relatives / friends, they don't call and they don't get appointment before they press the calling bell, this recipe is just for them, and as you said, fermentation 12 hrs, bla bla idlies are different. you try this instant idli, and if you taste this, you will shut your mouth, by the way i think you are an indian, coz. only indians know only how to criticize, they never appreciate.

[indianbabz]

what the man is this haaaaa

[gunkapoor]

tons of recipes out there of rava idlis not using eno or oil or roasting. instead adding veges adn dahee. really nice ones. they only add the tadka in the idli though

[deekshiful]

hi,thanks for u r rava idli. i have done that today by seeing this.taste is soooo good but it turned out so hard.even i pour ed the mixture on to the idli plate very fast after mixing with ENO fruit salt with in 1 min. it turned out hard. can u pls suggest me how to get it soft one.plssss.thaks a lot for u r videos.i have done GOBI MANCHURIAN it was sooooooo good.tq

[ShowMeTheCurry]

Did you let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes before adding the ENO and steaming? This allows the sooji grains to soak up the moisture and become soft -- yielding soft idlis. Also, over steaming can cause hard idlis.

[farzfiji]

beautifully demonstrated!

Will make idli rite now ~

[mccainfullofbs]

Hetal you are beautiful, and graceful.

[saitube9]

Nice tip on how to stack the idli plates. Though from south india and idli being our almost every day staple food, i did not know that tip. Thanks.

When making rava idli, we don't let the batter sit even for 15 mts since they tend to get hard that way. Also, we personally avoid adding ENO or any baking salt too much since they are not too good on your tummy. Rava idli comes out soft and tasty even without eno salt.

[gunkapoor]

ya. i think it's better to avoid ENO. they can be made without eno for sure

[sgkrao]

I like Idli(Rava/Traditional) the way it is made in and around Udupi/Mangalore - with no oil(what John was referring to). That makes it truly healthy and amazing food. Also, lot of diabetic people prefer Rava Idli as there is no rice component in it - just Rava, and Urad Dhal(for protein) boiled in steam. Folks prefer to have Idli with Ghee/Coconut Chutney etc. - keeping the oil component external to idli making.

I guess folks from North/Gujarath make it with some oil in it.

Good video.

[Johnroberts6666]

Dhrj01878/showmethe curry:

I am not confusing Rava Idli with traditional Idli. I have been preparing Rava Idli for years(using Semolina - Rava). I have also prepared the traditional Idli with 1) Rava made from rice or 2) grinding soaked rice. May be you folks do not know that Rava-semolina Idli can be made just like the traditional idli with ground Urad dal paste with the fermentation process. To state 'This is simply the manner in which you make Rava Idli' is ignorance at best.

[Johnroberts6666]

Idli is supposed to be a healthy food. With the additional oil (used for frying rava and then spraying it on the idli pan)and fermenting agent that you have used, you have made it unhealthy - typical of modern day cooking. This is what happens while one tries to get too innovative smart. Stick to the basics and get healthy food.

IDLI = 0 Oil food = Healthy Food that is steam boiled. Nothing more, nothing less.

[ShowMeTheCurry]

You may be confusing Rava Idli with traditional idli. Please feel free to see our video about traditional idli as well. Rava idli is not the traditional idli to which you are referring. It cannot be made without roasting the rava first so there is nothing innovative or modern about doing so. This is simply the manner in which you make Rava Idli.

[dhrj010878]

Idli used Rava ( made from rice) as the basic ingredient and rice itself has oil (fat) in it ...if you are so health conscious then why don't you make idli with water ..... :-)

[progress069]

yummy...will ask mom to make it..

[yesudasisgay]

finally some useful stuff on youtube!! yum!

[lovelysprinkles]

very cool! this helps me understand indian food, otherwise, i would have no idea.

[ssankar1]

Great recipe... My daughter is allergic to milk products and hence Yogurt is out... Have you tried this with Tofutti brand soy sour cream ????

Shankar

[kcgandhi]

hai hetal and anuja,

this is komal, i like to watch your rcipe and i like to try everything i watched. i m so happy with each and every recipe i tried.thank u so much.

[RJKLH]

It is an awesome recipie.I have seen your other recipies too and they are gr8.Could this recipie be made in a microwawe?

[ShowMeTheCurry]

Thanks! You could possibly try this in a microwave with a microwavable idli stand (yes, they do have those :) ), but otherwise we would not recommend it.

[shankhabasu]

today i made this for lunch - and i must say, it was wonderful!! i used the microwave and tupperware idli maker and there it was - soft and tasty....thank you so much! keep the videos coming.

manali

[mack754w]

thank you so much..it looks yummy

[ShowMeTheCurry]

ENO Fruit Salt is available in Indian Grocery Stores. It is basically 60% baking soda and 40% citric acid and makes the batter foamy and the idlis rise. It doesn't really make the idlis more salty.

[opdrvr]

Looks good. What is Fruit salt and where do you get it. Does it add more salt to the idli's.

[adamp108]

excellent...thank you

will try them very soon

[bestpassionfruit]

very very apt way u guys present..very neat and tidy..kepp it up..luv to c upgrades evry day

[UTUBEUSER107]

Good one! can u show sambhar and rasam demo?

[radhika117]

very nice video.......