Coconut Milk Idli

How to Prepare

1. Rinse the idli rice, parboiled rice, and urad dal separately under running water until the water runs clear.
2. Soak the idli rice, parboiled rice, and urad dal as per the pre-processing times.
3. Grind the soaked urad dal into a smooth batter, adding water as needed (about 1-1.5 cups).
4. Grind the soaked rice into a slightly coarse batter, adding water as needed (about 2-2.5 cups).
5. Mix the urad dal and rice batters together in a large bowl.
6. Add salt and mix well. Cover and let the batter ferment in a warm place for 8-10 hours or until it doubles in volume.
7. After fermentation, gently mix the batter. Add coconut milk and mix until well combined.
8. Grease the idli molds with a little oil or ghee.
9. Pour the batter into the molds, filling them about 3/4 full.
10. Steam the idlis in an idli steamer for 10-12 minutes on medium heat.
11. Remove the idlis from the steamer and let them cool for 2-3 minutes before unmolding.
12. Serve hot with chutney or sambar.