Uppudu Pindi Idli Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups rice flour
- 1/2 cup roasted and ground urad dal
- 1/4 cup roasted and ground chana dal
- 1/4 cup roasted and ground peanuts
- 1/4 cup grated coconut
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves

Special equipment needed:
- Idli steamer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, urad dal, chana dal, peanuts, grated coconut, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.

2. Add water gradually and mix until a smooth and thick batter is formed.

3. Heat oil in a pan and add the batter. Cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously, until the batter becomes thick and lumpy.

4. Add lemon juice and coriander leaves. Mix well.

5. Grease the idli plates with oil and spoon the batter into the plates.

6. Steam the idlis for 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through.

7. Remove the idlis from the steamer and let them cool for a few minutes.

8. Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for cooking the batter, and steam the idlis for 10-12 minutes.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 16 idlis.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 95
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use store-bought rice flour instead of making it at home.
- You can use any other type of lentils or nuts instead of urad dal, chana dal, and peanuts.

Variations:
- You can add chopped vegetables like carrots, beans, and peas to the batter for a more nutritious version.
- You can add grated ginger and garlic for extra flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the batter is thick and lumpy before steaming the idlis.
- Grease the idli plates well to prevent sticking.
- Serve the idlis hot for the best taste.

Storage instructions:
- You can store the leftover idlis in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the idlis, steam them for a few minutes until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the idlis on a plate with coconut chutney and sambar.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and grated coconut.

Pairings:
- Uppudu Pindi Idli pairs well with coconut chutney and sambar.

Suggested side dishes:
- You can serve the idlis with a side of potato curry or tomato chutney.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thin, add more rice flour.
- If the idlis are not cooked through, steam them for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the batter well before steaming the idlis.
- Store the leftover idlis in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
- Uppudu Pindi Idli is a traditional South Indian dish that originated in Andhra Pradesh.

Flavor profiles:
- Uppudu Pindi Idli has a savory and slightly spicy flavor with a nutty and earthy taste.

Serving suggestions:
- Uppudu Pindi Idli is typically served for breakfast or as a snack.

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