Masala idlis are a spicy than normal idlis and tastes better.


Ingredients:
Rice - 250 grams.
Urad dal - 250 grams.
Coconut - 1/2 no.
Onion - 1 no.
Green chillies - 2 nos.
Coriander leaves (sliced) - handful.
Tamarind - a few pieces.
Chilli powder - As required.
Salt - to taste.


Method:

1. Wash and sock the rice and dal in water for 6 hours.
2. Then drain the water.
3. Grind the rice and dal together to a smooth paste.
4. Add the coconut and tamarind and grind once again.
5. Mix the rest of the ingredients. Add enough water to make a thick batter.
6. Lightly greese the idli cups and fill the cups with with batter.
7. Put water in the idli cooker , place the idli stands and close the lids.
8. Steam on a slow flame and the idlis will be ready in 5-10 minutes.
9. Serve hot with any type of chutney.

Making Time: 20 minutes .
Serves: 6 persons.
Shelflife: 1 day.


Note: To check whether the idlis are baked or not, insert a knife in it. If the knife gets some batter sticking to it, its undone. Or else, it would come out smooth. Just sprinkle some water over the idlis and leave for a minute before taking them from the cups. This enables to take them easily.


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