corn idli

Corn idli is a delicious and nutritious variation of traditional idli, where corn kernels are added to the idli batter. Here's a simple recipe to make corn idli:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup idli rice or regular rice

- 1/2 cup urad dal (black gram dal)

- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi seeds)

- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels

- Salt to taste

- Water, as needed

- Oil or ghee for greasing the idli molds

Instructions:

1. Wash and rinse the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds separately. Soak them in water for about 4-6 hours or overnight.

2. After soaking, drain the water from the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds. Grind them into a smooth paste using a wet grinder or blender. Add water gradually as needed to get a smooth consistency. The batter should be thick yet pourable.

3. In a separate blender or food processor, grind the corn kernels into a coarse paste. Do not make it too smooth; some texture is desired.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground rice and urad dal batter with the ground corn paste. Mix well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

5. Add salt to taste and mix well again. Let the batter ferment for about 8-10 hours or overnight. Fermentation helps in making the idlis soft and fluffy.

6. After fermentation, give the batter a gentle stir. If the batter is too thick, you can add a little water to adjust the consistency.

7. Grease the idli molds with oil or ghee to prevent the idlis from sticking. Pour the corn idli batter into each mold of the idli stand, filling them almost to the top.

8. Steam the corn idlis in a steamer for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of an idli; if it comes out clean, the idlis are ready.

9. Once cooked, remove the corn idlis from the steamer and let them cool for a minute or two.

10. Gently remove the idlis from the molds using a spoon or fork and transfer them to a serving plate.

11. Serve the corn idlis hot with your choice of chutney, sambar, or a side of your preference.

Corn idlis are flavorful, nutritious, and perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Enjoy your homemade corn idlis!