Classic Rava Idli Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.In a preheated pan add 1 tsp oil, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 inch grated ginger, 2 chopped green chillies, ¼ cup cashew nuts and saute for a few seconds.

step 2

• STEP 1.Next add 1 cup sooji (rava/semolina) and roast for a few minutes till there is no raw smell. Stir continuously to avoid rava from burning. Set aside to cool.

step 3

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl add the roasted rava, 1 cup curd (yogurt/ dahi), ½ cup grated carrots, 1 tsp enos fruit salt and 1 tsp salt. Stir to mix all the ingredients well. Set aside for about 5 minutes.

step 4

• STEP 1.Grease the cavities of an idli mold/plate with oil. Spoon the rava mixture into each cavity.

step 5

• STEP 1.Place it in a preheated steamer and steam on high for 10 minutes until idlis are cooked through.

step 6

• STEP 1.Remove from the molds and serve hot with coconut chutney.