Idli Dosa Batter - The Essentials!
Idli and Dosa are iconic South Indian dishes, beloved for their soft, fluffy texture and crispy, golden finish. With over 20 varieties of Idlis and 100 types of Dosas, these delicacies are enjoyed worldwide with curries, sambar, and chutneys. Creating perfect Idlis and Dosas requires a well-prepared, fermented batter mixed in the right proportions. The quality of your batter directly impacts the taste, whether you’re aiming for soft Idlis or crispy Dosas. With Chakra Idli Dosa Batter from Summit Kitchen, you’re set to master these classic dishes with ease
Chakra Idli Dosa Batter Information:
- Prep Time: 5 Mins
- Cook Time: 20 Mins
- Total Time: 25 Mins
- Cuisine: South Indian
- Category: Breakfast or Snack
Ingredients Required:
For Dosa:
- Chakra Dosa Batter
- Salt to taste
- Ghee or butter
- Paper towels
- Ice-cold water
For Idli:
- Chakra Idli Batter
- Water for steaming
- Salt to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Preparing Idlis:
- Take your ready-made batter out and transfer it in a large bowl.
- Sometimes, the idlis are not well cooked due to the air bubbles in the batter. So, mix the batter gently to create a smooth and uniform texture with the required consistency.
- Check the salt level in the batter. If you need it, add the required quantity of salt to taste and mix the batter again.
- Now take a pressure cooker or idli steamer on the gas and boil the required quantity of water without adding the idli plates.
- Meanwhile, grease the idli plates with oil and pour the batter in the molds.
- Ensure that the batter is of thick consistency.
- Check the cooker or steamer to see if the water has started bubbling up rapidly.
- If it has, insert the idli stand in it and leave it for about 10 minutes on medium high flame.
- Switch off the stove after 10 minutes but don’t remove the stand immediately. Wait for two minutes.
- Remove the idli plates and let them cool for 3 minutes before removing the idlis from the mold.
- Serve your idlis with chutney or sambhar of your taste.
Preparing Dosas:
- Grease your pan with a folded paper towel dipped in ghee, squeezing out the excess before applying it lightly to the pan.
- On medium-high heat, spread a ladleful of Chakra Dosa Batter in a circular motion on the pan.
- Spread a spoonful of ghee over the dosa to enhance crispiness. You can also tilt the pan to evenly distribute the ghee.
- Once the dosa is cooked to your liking, fold it into the desired shape and serve with a side dish of your choice.
Before You Go…
- Explore the authentic taste of South India with Chakra Idli Dosa Batter, crafted right here in New Zealand by Summit Kitchen.
- Find a store near you that stocks your favorite Chakra products.
