Vegetable Idlis: A Step-By-Step Guide To Making This Wholesome Breakfast
By Suprita Mitter
January 12, 2025
Vegetable idlis are a healthy and colourful twist to the traditional South Indian steamed rice cakes. Packed with the goodness of vegetables, they make a perfect breakfast or snack option.
Ingredients
2 cups idli batter (store-bought or homemade) 1/2 cup grated carrots 1/4 cup beans 1/4 cup capsicum (bell pepper) 1/4 cup boiled and mashed peas 1/4 tsp turmeric powder 1/4 tsp red chilli powder 1 tbsp coriander leaves Salt Oil or ghee
Step 1
Wash and finely chop all the vegetables. Lightly steam or sauté them until tender but not mushy.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix the idli batter with turmeric powder, red chili powder, and a pinch of salt if needed. Fold in the cooked vegetables and coriander leaves.
Step 3
Lightly grease the idli moulds with oil or ghee to prevent sticking.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the molds, filling each cavity about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
Step 5
Place the idli stand in a steamer or pressure cooker (without the whistle). Steam for 10–12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 6
Allow the idlis to cool slightly before removing them from the molds. Serve hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar.
