oilfor greasing idli mould and for applying on idlis
Instructions
Take semolina in a bowl. (use the same cup to measure semolina, curd and water). The cup size can vary but the proportion remains the same i.e. semolina:curd:water is 1.25:1:1. I have used the cup used for measuring baking ingredients.
Add curd, asafoetida (hing) , baking soda and salt to it.
Now add water and mix it well to make batter. Cover and let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
Put water to boil in the steamer. Grease the idli mould and pour a ladle full of batter into each mould.
Place the idli mould in the steamer and cover and cook it for 8-10 minutes. Remove the stand and let it cool. Brush the top of the idlis with oil while they are cooling in the stand.
Cool and unmould the idlis and serve them hot. They are super soft.
Notes
Just be careful with the proportions of the ingredients while making batter.The proportion of Semolina:curd:water is 1.25:1:1