Rava Idli  aka Semolina Idli is a popular breakfast from South Idli. It is an easy to make and filling breakfast. It is an instant version of idli made with sooji and curd.

A simple coconut chutney pairs well with it. Sooji and semolina are one and the same. Sooji is more commonly used in North India while semolina or rava is the term used in South India.

Rava Idli was made popular by the MTR brand. Soon, it became a super hit in every household when it could be made in 15 minutes from scratch.  Check the recipe below to make it in your kitchen.

INGREDIENTS : 

• 1 cup semolina (bombay rawa)
• 1.5 cup sour curds
• 1/4 cup finely onions finely cut
• a small grated carrot
• 1/2 tablespoon oil
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard
• 1 teaspoon bengal gram
• 1 teaspoon urad dal
• 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida a pinch mustard seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• a few cashew nut pieces a few
• 1/4 teaspoon soda bi carbonate

METHOD :

• Take oil in a thick bottomed pan and heat it on a low flame. Add mustard seeds, when they crackle add bengal gram and urad dal. Stir with a spatula and let them turn pale brown, then add cashew pieces, asafoetida, turmeric powder and curry leaves. Add the semolina and saute for some time. Turn off the stove and let cool.
• Take yoghurt and whisk it. Mix the seasoned semolina in it. Add grated carrot, onion pieces, coriander and salt to it.
• Put water in the idli pan and heat it on a low flame. Take the idli stand and grease it with a little oil. Add soda to the batter and mix well. Put a spoonful into each mould. Steam it for almost fifteen minutes on a medium flame until done.
• Semolina idlis are ready to serve. Serve hot with chutney.

Take a tip :

• Addition of onion is optional. Thus,  it can be made on no onion garlic days.
• Use a day old curd to make these idlis.
• Eno may be used instead of soda bi carbonate.
• Use fresh coriander and curry leaves to enhance the taste.

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Rava Idli is a healthy, tasty and an easy to make breakfast option.