The recipes that include grinding are considered complex because they involve soaking beforehand. If the recipe calls for fermentation of the batter, it is another 4-8 hours of wait before you can savour the delight. But amid all, one thing you need to ace is grinding the ingredients.
Whether the grain, pulses, or vegetables need to be coarse or fine, you have to ensure that the consistency of the paste is uniform. While you can use traditional equipment, the task can get 100 times easier with an electric wet grinder. Here is your short guide to using the kitchen appliance with ease and efficiency.
Pre-Soaking
Whether you are using traditional tools or modern appliances, soaking makes the grinding an easy task. It softens the ingredients and leads to a smooth formation of paste. If you are using an electric wet grinding, soaking for 4-6 hours is enough. In no time, the appliance will produce a smooth batter. You can also adjust its consistency by adding or reducing water.
Assemble Grinder
When using an electric appliance, you must be sure of assembling it. Every little piece should be in its place before you switch it on, or else, it can lead to accidents. You should also keep the appliance on a stable surface so that it does not stumble off the counter. If you have a large batch of paste to be prepared, divide the ingredients into small batches and leave the appliance idle for a few moments in between to prevent the motor from heating.
Add Water Slowly
When you use an appliance, you should add water gradually. With traditional methods, you can still have time to correct the mistake. However, with an electric appliance, you won’t get a chance to correct the error. If you add too much water in the beginning, the paste might turn out runny. The gradual addition of water is not only to keep the consistency right but also helps to prevent the motor from getting hot.
Check Consistency
Depending on the grain or pulse you are grinding, you should keep a watch on the consistency. If you are preparing batter for idli or dosa, you might need the paste to be smooth. However, if you are making mingode with moong dal, the mixture should be coarse to enhance the texture of the fritters. If you need the coarse batter, you should also avoid keeping the machine on for long. Take breaks and stir the batter in between so that each particle can be broken into fine pieces.
Scrape The Sides
When you are happy with the consistency of the batter, pour it into a large container. However, don’t forget to scrape the sides. If you are using USHA’s wet grinder
Clean The Grinder
The last step is to clean the grinder. The container in which you have grounded the ingredients should be run through under tap water. It will instantly clean the insides. If you leave the container in the sink without cleaning, the batter will solidify and stick to it. You will have to work hard to remove the stubborn food particles and might end up scratching the surface as well.