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Idlis Recipe

Idlis Recipe offered to Krishna with sambar and coconut chutney, garnished with temering of mustard seed and curry leaves.

Hare Krishna Idlis are delightful and flavorful cakes, inspired by the principles of bhakti yoga. These idlis combine simple, wholesome ingredients to create a delicious addition to your meals. In the tradition of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, preparing and offering food to Krishna is an act of love and devotion, known as bhakti. Each dish is prepared with care, mindfulness, and a pure heart, making it not just a meal but a spiritual offering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rice
  • 1/2 cup urad dal (split black gram)
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for greasing

Instructions

Prepare Batter:

  1. Soak Ingredients:
    • Soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds in water for at least 4-6 hours or overnight. Drain well.
  2. Grind Batter:
    • Drain the soaked ingredients and grind them to a smooth batter. Let it ferment overnight.
  3. Add Salt:
    • Add salt to the batter and mix well.

Steam Idlis:

  1. Prepare Steamer:
    • Grease idli molds with oil and pour the batter into the molds.
  2. Steam:
    • Steam for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Serve:

  1. Serve Hot:
    • Serve hot with sambar and coconut chutney.

Notes

  • Variation: Add finely chopped vegetables to the batter for extra flavor.
  • Storage: Store any leftover idlis in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

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