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Rava Idli Sambar (Semolina Idli)
60 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
420 kcalCalories
16 gProtein
58 gCarbs
14 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Rava Idli Sambar (Semolina Idli)

65% authentic · South Indian

A variation of Idli Sambar where idlis are made from semolina (rava) instead of rice and lentils, offering a different texture and quicker preparation. Served with a classic sambar.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Semolina (Rava/Sooji)2 cups
  • Curd (Yogurt)1 cup
  • Water1.5 cups
  • Mustard seeds1 tsp
  • Urad Dal1 tsp
  • Chana Dal1 tsp
  • Ginger, finely chopped1 tsp
  • Green chili, finely chopped1
  • Curry leaves1 sprig
  • Cashews, chopped (optional)2 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Eno Fruit Salt or Baking Soda1 tsp
  • For Sambar:
  • Toor Dal1/2 cup
  • Tamarind1 lemon-sized ball
  • Mixed vegetables (drumsticks, carrots, pumpkin, onion, tomato)1.5 cups, chopped
  • Sambar powder2-3 tbsp
  • Turmeric powder1/2 tsp
  • Asafoetida (Hing)1/4 tsp
  • Mustard seeds1 tsp
  • Cumin seeds1 tsp
  • Dry red chilies2-3
  • Curry leaves1 sprig
  • Ghee or oil2 tbsp
  • Coriander leaves (for garnish)for garnish

Steps

  1. 1

    Dry roast semolina until lightly golden. Let it cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare tempering: Heat ghee/oil. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, curry leaves, green chili, ginger, and cashews. Sauté until dals are golden.

  3. 3

    In a bowl, combine roasted semolina, curd, water, salt, and the prepared tempering. Mix well to form a thick batter. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Just before steaming, add Eno fruit salt or baking soda to the batter and mix gently. The batter will become frothy.

  5. 5

    Grease idli molds and pour the batter. Steam for 10-12 minutes until done.

  6. 6

    Prepare the sambar as per the 'Traditional Idli Sambar' recipe steps (steps 3-7).

  7. 7

    Serve hot rava idlis with the prepared sambar.

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