Idli, a round-shaped steamed rice-lentil cake, is one of the healthiest breakfast items of Indian Cuisine and the staple food of South Indians. This recipe makes steamed Idli in the Instant Pot. Idli is mostly eaten with coconut chutney and sambar. The cakes are made by steaming a batter consisting of fermented black lentils (urad dal) and rice. You can also buy idli batter in Indian grocery stores too. You may like other idli recipes from the blog: Vegetable fried idli, podi idli, spicy tawa idli, lemon idli, and spinach idli.
How to Steam Idlis in Instant Pot
Add 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot and turn on SAUTE (high), so the water comes up to a boil. Meanwhile, grease your idly plates with oil or ghee, Pour idly batter into the idly plates/molds. Do not overdo it. Once the water starts to boil, place the idli stand into the Instant pot. Close the lid and keep it in the VENTING position and turn on the ‘STEAM’ mode. Steam the idli trays in the IP for 10-12 mins. Note: The timer on the instant pot does not work in the venting position, so you have to monitor time with a separate timer. Once done, check the idlis by piercing a toothpick in it. If the toothpick comes out clean, the idlis are done. Remove idli’s from the molds. Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambhar.
Serving Suggestion for Idli
You can enjoy Idli for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. We have it with coconut chutney, peanut chutney powder, and sambar in our house.
Tips & Variations
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