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How To make Goli Idli? | Instant Goli Idli Recipe
Goli idli is a popular South Indian snack that is easy to make and can be served as a breakfast or an evening snack. This dish is made by steaming small balls of idli batter in a special mould, giving them a unique round shape. Here is a step-by-step guide to making Goli idli at home.
Here is a breakfast recipe that is easy to prepare and delicious to eat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of idli batter
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp urad dal
- 1 tsp chana dal
- 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
- 1 tbsp finely chopped green chillies
- 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Take a large mixing bowl and add the idli batter to it. Mix well to ensure there are no lumps in the batter.
- Heat the oil in a pan on medium flame. Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- Add the urad dal and chana dal to the pan and sauté for a minute or two.
- Add the finely chopped ginger and green chillies to the pan and sauté for a few more minutes
- Once the ginger and chillies are cooked, add the mixture to the idli batter.
- Add salt to the batter as per your taste and mix well.
- Take a goli idli mould and grease it with oil. Fill each cavity with the batter, leaving some space at the top for the idlis to rise.
- Place the mould in a steamer and steam for 10-12 minutes or until the idlis are cooked.
- Once the idlis are cooked, remove the mould from the steamer and let it cool for a minute or two.
- Use a spoon to remove the idlis from the mould and place them on a plate.
- Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.
Tips
- You can add grated carrots, peas or chopped onions to the batter to make the idlis more nutritious.
- Make sure to grease the mould properly before adding the batter to avoid the idlis sticking to the mould.
- You can also add a pinch of baking soda to the batter to make the idlis fluffy and soft.
- Do not overcook the idlis as they may become dry and hard.
Conclusion
Goli idli is a healthy and delicious snack that is perfect for any time of the day. It is easy to make and can be customized as per your taste. You can experiment with different flavours and ingredients to make this dish more interesting. So, go ahead and try this recipe today and enjoy the goodness of South Indian cuisine at home.