Elevate your idli game with these steamed sambar-stuffed idlis. Easy to make and bursting with flavors, this recipe is a must-try for all idli lovers. This is not your regular recipe; this innovative treat finds the unique touch and texture of fried gol gappa.

About This Recipe

This recipe takes traditional idlis to a whole new level by incorporating a delicious sambar filling. The idlis are steamed to perfection, resulting in soft and fluffy bites filled with aromatic spices. Serve them with garlic and coconut chutney for a complete South Indian culinary experience.

Nutritional Value of Idli

Idlis are a healthy choice as they are low in fat, rich in carbohydrates, and a good source of protein. They are also gluten-free and easily digestible, making them an excellent option for breakfast or a light meal.

Quick and Easy Recipe

Prepare a thick sambar, fill the idli batter with sambar, steam them, and enjoy the flavorful sambar-stuffed idlis within minutes. They are a perfect dish for breakfast, brunch, or even as a snack.

Other Types of Idli

Impress your kids and add variety to your idli platter with different variations. Mini idlis are bite-sized and perfect for little hands. Vegetable idlis are loaded with colorful veggies, making them visually appealing and nutritious. For a flavorful twist, try masala idlis with a spicy and aromatic filling. These variations bring creativity and excitement to your idli experience.

How to Make Idli Batter

Idli batter is the foundation of delicious idlis. Learn to make it using different ingredients for unique flavors and textures.

1. Rice-based batter gives traditional soft idlis and heavy to eat, 
2. While rava (semolina) adds a slight fluffy and light.
3. Ragi (finger millet) batter brings a nutty flavor and is packed with nutrients. You can also experiment with combinations to create your own signature idli batter.

More Delicious Recipe:

1. Moong Dal Dosa

2. Garlic Chutney Vada Pav

3. Beetroot Rawa Dosa

How to Make Idli Healthy: 

Enhance the nutritional value of your idlis with simple tips and ideas. 

1. Opt for whole-grain flours like whole wheat or multigrain to increase fiber content. 
2. Add finely chopped vegetables such as carrots, peas, or spinach to the batter for an extra dose of vitamins and minerals. 
3. Incorporate millets like foxtail millet or barnyard millet for a nutritious twist. These modifications make idlis even healthier without compromising on taste.

Let your creativity soar with various idli variations and explore the endless possibilities of making idlis healthier and more exciting for your family.

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Category

Snacks

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Calories

231

Enjoy the delightful combination of soft idlis stuffed with spicy sambar, steamed to perfection.

Author:

Nikita

Ingredients

• Idli batter : 2-3 cups 
• Fried gol gappa: 3-4 
• Sambar: 1 cup

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Directions

1. Start by adding the sambar into a Select saucepan and reducing it till it has a thick pasty consistency.

2. Start boiling water into the lowest chamber of the steamer and set up one layer. Take 3-4 deep thick glass bowls, greased with a little oil and fill them halfway with the idli batter. Place a gol gappa with a small hole into it.
3. Fill the gol gappa with the thick sambar and fill the remaining bowl with idli batter. Place them into the steamer on high heat and let them steam for 8-10 minutes.
4. After the time is done, remove them from the steamer and let them cool for 1-2 minutes. Demould them and serve them with some garlic and coconut chutney.

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Recipe Note

Make sure to grease the bowls with a little oil to prevent sticking and gently demould the idlis after steaming to maintain their shape.