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Among many South Indian delicacies for vegetarians, idli is one of them. Whether it is lip-smacking rice idli or the scrumptious oats idli our heart simply craves for more. Made from ground rice blended with grinded urad dal, salt, fenugreek seeds and water, this easy and excellent steamed rice pancake has countless health benefits for humans and has become an exemplary Indian food. Whether it is for a delectable breakfast intended for kids or snacks made to cater sudden arrival of guests in your house, this pancake is just perfect for serving. It is also a welcome relief from breads and cornflakes which tend to get monotonous especially for kids.
Idli and its Different kinds of Recipes
This amazing snack comes in many types and all of them have different tastes and flavours. The most prominent among them are
• Rice idli: This recipe is the most common and is best relished with chutney or sambhar.
Oats idli: This is a low-calorie snack and is made from oats and carrots in powdery form. It helps in shedding extra calories and is low in carbohydrates. Fibre rich fresh oats will seem palatable for you all.
• Stuffed idli: This is the most nutritious of them all. Loaded with nutritious urad dal, semolina, nuts, curry leaves and vegetables, they are wholesome snacks for the kids.
• Masala rava idli: Prepared with semolina, tangy bell peppers, curry leaves, yogurt, cashews and mustard seeds, this recipe is a complete treat for food lovers all across the globe. It is distinguished by its tangy taste which makes it different from the rest. It is so soft, spongy and delightful that you will simply keep on eating.
• Kanchipuram idli: It is less spicy and easy to digest. Made from semolina (rava), rice, seasonal vegetables and ghee it tastes awesome. It is very much unlike traditional ones and served mostly in square or wedged shapes.
Idli Cookers: The Best and the Only Way to Make Idli
For easily making all the savoury idli recipes mentioned above, you will require cookers. Instead of a stovetop steamer, consider using microwave and automatic electric steamers which are equipped with handy non-stick aluminium ceramic covering where the batter is placed for cooking. Such types of steamers are equipped with different methods of operation.
At online stores, you can avail a range of idli cookers and makers at reasonable prices. Some of them are stainless steel idli maker with 6 non stick idli racks, aluminium idli cooker with 4 plates and much more. Latest models makes idlis quickly without making sound, the lid remaining covered while cooking and light handle for cosy grip and simple control.
To conclude, idli will continue to be close to our heart and remain one of our favourite snacks of all time. Preparing it is not too difficult with the cookers and steamers available online. So make delicious spongy homemade pancakes and surprise everyone pleasantly without visiting the restaurants.
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