How long does Mini Idli take?

25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Mini Idli serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Mini Idli vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

What do I need to make Mini Idli?

900 grams Idli Dosa Batter, 750 ml Water, 2 tsp Oil, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Mini Idli?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Mini Idli?

About 383 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Mini Idli

Name: Mini Idli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Tamil Nadu
Ingredients: 900 grams Idli Dosa Batter, For Mixing; 2 tsp Oil; 750 ml Water, For Steaming

25 min
not spicy
Serves 4

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min

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Mini idli made with ready idli dosa batter, steamed in greased mini idli moulds and served with sambar or chutney. Vegetarian, serves 4, about 25 minutes.

You’ll need: Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

3 items

4 people

Idli Dosa Batter, For MixingSee how to make it900 grams
Oil2 tsp
Water, For Steaming750 ml

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	383kcal	1532kcal
Protein	11g	45g
Carbohydrate	72g	288g
Fat	4.9g	20g
Fibre	4.5g	18g

Cookd masalas for idli dosa batter

Madurai Chukka Masala
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Madurai Chukka Masalafrom ₹94

Method

1
Mix the ready idli dosa batter gently in a bowl. Check that it is thick but pours slowly from a ladle. Do not add salt if the batter is already seasoned.
Idli Dosa Batter
2
Grease the mini idli plates with oil for about 1 minute, until every mould has a thin, even coat. Keep the plates ready.
Oil
3
Pour water into the idli steamer or pressure cooker. Bring it to a boil on high flame for 3 to 4 minutes, until it bubbles well.
Water
4
Fill each mini idli mould about three-fourths full with batter. Place the plates in the steamer and cover it; if using a pressure cooker, do not fit the pressure regulator weight. Steam on medium flame for 8 to 10 minutes, until the tops are firm and a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
5
Switch off the flame and rest the idlis for 2 minutes. Remove them with a wet spoon and serve hot with sambar or chutney.

Before you start

How long does Mini Idli take?: 25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Mini Idli serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Mini Idli vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Mini Idli spicy?: No, it is not spicy.
What do I need to make Mini Idli?: 900 grams Idli Dosa Batter, 750 ml Water, 2 tsp Oil, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Mini Idli?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Mini Idli?: About 383 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.