🌿 Rava Idli  – Quick, Healthy & Delicious South Indian Breakfast

If you’re looking for a quick, healthy, and satisfying South Indian breakfast, Rava Idli is your perfect choice. Unlike traditional idlis that require hours of fermentation, Rava Idli is an instant version made using semolina (rava/sooji), yogurt, and a few simple ingredients. It’s light, fluffy, and loaded with flavor—perfect with coconut chutney or a bowl of hot sambar!

📝 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Batter:

• 1 cup Rava (semolina/sooji)

• ½ cup Curd (plain yogurt, slightly sour preferred)

• ½ to ¾ cup Water (adjust as needed)

• 1 tsp Eno fruit salt (or ½ tsp baking soda)

• Salt to taste

For Tempering:

• 1 tbsp Oil

• ½ tsp Mustard seeds

• ½ tsp Urad dal

• ½ tsp Chana dal

• 6–8 Cashew nuts (optional)

• 1 Green chili, finely chopped

• ½ tsp Ginger, grated

• 6–8 Curry leaves

• A pinch of Hing (asafoetida)

Optional Add-ins:

• 2 tbsp Grated carrot

• 1 tbsp Chopped coriander

🔥 Instructions

1. Roast the Rava

Heat a pan and dry roast the rava on low flame for 4–5 minutes until a mild aroma is released. Don’t brown it. Let it cool.

2. Prepare the Tempering

In a small pan, heat oil. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and cashew nuts. Once golden, add green chili, ginger, curry leaves, and a pinch of hing. Sauté for 30 seconds.

3. Mix the Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted rava, curd, salt, and the tempering. Add water little by little to form a thick, pourable batter. Add grated carrot and coriander if using. Rest the batter for 10–15 minutes.

4. Add Leavening Agent

Just before steaming, add Eno fruit salt. Mix gently—do not overbeat. The batter will become frothy.

5. Steam the Idlis

Grease idli plates. Pour batter into each mold and steam for 12–15 minutes on medium heat. Check with a toothpick—it should come out clean.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Rava Idlis taste best when served hot with:

• Coconut chutney

• Tomato chutney

• Sambar

💡 Tips for Perfect Rava Idli

• Always steam immediately after adding Eno or baking soda.

• You can skip cashews for a simpler version.

• For extra flavor, add sautéed onions or peas into the batter.

• Slightly sour curd enhances taste and softness.

🥗 Nutrition Table (Per Serving – Approx. 2 Idlis)

✅ Why You’ll Love It

• No fermentation needed – ready in 20 minutes!

• Kid-friendly and easy on the stomach

• Customizable with vegetables and spices

• Great for breakfast, lunchbox, or even light dinner

• Here you can check our recipes

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Start your day with a warm plate of soft, spongy Rava Idlis and enjoy the taste of traditional South Indian comfort—made easy!