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Sweet Idli

Cultural Context

Originating from South India, Sweet Idli is a delightful twist on the traditional savory idli, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. This dish highlights the use of jaggery and coconut, which are staples in Indian sweets, symbolizing prosperity and celebration. Today, Sweet Idli has gained popularity beyond its regional roots, with variations appearing in many Indian households and restaurants worldwide.

IndianINdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice flour
1 cup urad dal
1 cup jaggery
1 cup coconut, grated
1 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons ghee
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup raisins
1 cup water
a pinch saffron
1/2 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with fewer calories.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: desiccated coconut

Almond flour provides a nutty flavor with lower fat.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while adding flavor.

1

Soak rice flour and urad dal in water for 4-6 hours.

2

Drain and blend soaked ingredients into a smooth batter.

3

Add jaggery, coconut, cardamom, and baking powder to the batter.

4

Mix until well combined and let the batter rest for 30 minutes.

5

Grease idli molds with ghee.

6

Pour batter into the molds, filling them halfway.

7

Steam the molds in a steamer for 10-15 minutes until set.

8

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly.

9

Garnish with cashews, raisins, and saffron before serving.

Cooking Techniques

steamingblendingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Meethi IdliKesar Idli

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