Instant Rava (Semolina) Idli
Servings: 2
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We all love soft and spongy idlis. The traditional method requires hours of soaking and fermenting. Try this instant microwave recipe instead. Just as soft and delectable.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semolina (sooji or rava)
- 1 cup curd
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp Eno fruit salt or 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Salt to taste
- Oil for brushing
Instructions
- Dry roast the semolina till it is aromatic. Remove from fire and allow it to cool.
- Mix in semolina, curd, water, and salt to form a smooth paste. Let it stand for a minimum of 10 minutes so that the semolina can soak in the liquids.
- When ready to cook, add in 1 tsp of Eno fruit salt. Mix well stirring in one direction only.
- Fill in the water into the microwavable idli maker/ steamer to the desired level making sure it does not touch the idli mould.
- Grease the idli mould. Pour in the idli batter uptil three-fourths. This ensures that the idlis have space to rise.
- Microwave on high for 4 minutes. Let it stand for 5 minutes before removing it from the microwave.
- Demould the idlis and serve them hot with your favorite chutneys.
Notes
- If using a regular steamer, cook for 10-15 minutes until the idlis are cooked.
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April 10, 2020 @ 3:00 pm
This happens to be my husband’s favourite breakfast and he prepares it very well. Thank you for adding your bits here aunty.
April 11, 2020 @ 3:30 pm
Thank you beta.
April 10, 2020 @ 5:01 pm
We have rava idli very often at home. It is a real delicacy that our entire family loves. We are south Indians. I am very fond of rava dosa too.
April 11, 2020 @ 3:31 pm
My family loves them too.
April 10, 2020 @ 6:52 pm
It takes so less time?? Wow, that’s great!! We love Idli, we will try this for sure. Thanks for sharing it here Aunty.
April 11, 2020 @ 3:32 pm
I promised easy recipes 🙂 Hope you enjoy them.
April 10, 2020 @ 7:24 pm
Love idlis, love the chutneys even more. Thanks for the tips. Have a great A-Z.
April 11, 2020 @ 3:33 pm
Thank you. Have a great A-Z too.
April 10, 2020 @ 7:38 pm
Wow. This is my husband’s favorite dish. He loves Idli in general but semolina idli/rava Idli are his favorites.
April 11, 2020 @ 3:34 pm
Thank you, beta.
April 12, 2020 @ 1:25 am
All these recipes are making me visit your blog everyday. I love idli. I mostly make the original for with rice and lentil but semolina idli I never tried…
April 13, 2020 @ 10:48 pm
Thank you for visiting daily, beta. Glad you are liking the recipes. Do try the semolina version.
April 12, 2020 @ 5:44 pm
Idlis are looking so soft and fluffy. Really quick and easy.
April 13, 2020 @ 10:49 pm
Thank you
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