Kanchipuram Idli (With Step-Wise Pictures)

Kanchipuram Idli (With Step-Wise Pictures)

Kanchipuram Idli also called as Kovil Idli, is a very famous food of kanchipuram.. Its prepared first at  Sri Varadharaja Perumal temple madapalli in kanchipuram.. 

Traditionally its steamed in a flat pan, cut into slices and served.. And the batter is also seasoned resulting in increased taste!! Give this recipe a try!! Here is  the recipe... 

Ingredients:

For Batter:

Idli Rice                   - 1 cup 

Raw Rice                 - 1 cup (Pachharisi)

Urad Dal                  - 3/4 cup

Fenugreek Seeds      - 1 tsp

Salt                           - As required

For Seasoning:

Cumin Seeds           - 1 tsp  (Seeragam)

Pepper                     - 1 tsp (Whole or Crushed Coarsely)

Cashew Nuts           - 1 tsp (optional)

Asafoetida               - pinch

Curry Leaves          - few

Procedure:

• Soak everything under 'For Batter' for 3-4 hours and grind it. Let the batter ferment over night.
• In the morning , take a flat pan. I used a cake pan. Place a Banana leaf in the cake pan and add batter to it.

• Steam it for 20-25 minutes.

• Cut idlis into shape you wish.. I used coffee filter base for cutting.

• Serve with sambar and Chutney of your choice..
• I am serving it with varuthu aracha sambar and Raw Mango Chutney..