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Saturday, March 14, 2015

Kanchipuram Idli (With Step-Wise Pictures)

Kanchipuram Idli (With Step-Wise Pictures)

Kanchipuram Idli (With Step-Wise Pictures)


Kanchipuram Idli also called as Kovil Idli, is a very famous food of kanchipuram.. Its prepared first at  Sri Varadharaja Perumal temple madapalli in kanchipuram.. 
Traditionally its steamed in a flat pan, cut into slices and served.. And the batter is also seasoned resulting in increased taste!! Give this recipe a try!! Here is  the recipe... 

kanchipuram idli


Ingredients:

For Batter:

Idli Rice                   - 1 cup 
Raw Rice                 - 1 cup (Pachharisi)
Urad Dal                  - 3/4 cup
Fenugreek Seeds      - 1 tsp
Salt                           - As required

For Seasoning:

Cumin Seeds           - 1 tsp  (Seeragam)
Pepper                     - 1 tsp (Whole or Crushed Coarsely)
Cashew Nuts           - 1 tsp (optional)
Asafoetida               - pinch
Curry Leaves          - few

Procedure:

  • Soak everything under 'For Batter' for 3-4 hours and grind it. Let the batter ferment over night.
  • In the morning , take a flat pan. I used a cake pan. Place a Banana leaf in the cake pan and add batter to it.
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  • Steam it for 20-25 minutes.
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  • Cut idlis into shape you wish.. I used coffee filter base for cutting.
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