breakfast · vegan · vegetarian · dairy-free · gluten-free
Idli with coconut chutney
Fluffy steamed rice-and-lentil cakes with fresh coconut chutney.
- Time
- 60min
- Steps
- 4
Ingredients
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Contains peanuts.
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Method
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1
Grind dal fluffy, then rice slightly gritty; mix with salt and ferment overnight in a warm spot until doubled.
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2
Pour into greased idli molds or small cups and steam 10–12 minutes.
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3
Blend coconut, chili, chana dal, salt and water; temper with mustard seeds and curry leaves fried in oil.
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4
Serve idli warm with chutney (and sambar if you like).