Idlis are steamed rice cakes that is a very common South Indian breakfast. They can be made with different flavours. Do try these delicious Idlis with the goodness of beetroot. They are not only healthy but also visually appealing. They can be served any time of the day along with coconut chutney and sambar.
- 1/2 kg. Idli batter
- 1 small beetroot, pureed
- oil to grease the idli moulds
- coconut chutney & sambar to serve
Mix the beetroot puree with the idli batter and keep aside.
Pour spoonful of the batter into greased idli molds.
Steam for 15-17 minutes. Allow it to cool for sometime. Then demold them and serve with coconut chutney and sambar.
Idlis are a great healthy breakfast option. These traditional South Indian breakfast are anytime welcome with some coconut chutney and sambar as accompaniments. How about turning them into something interesting and appealing?
So make these yummy beetroot swirl idlis by adding some beetroot puree for a real visual treat. So go ahead and surprise your loved ones with these amazing Idlis. For this you need to check out the step by step pictorial recipe to prepare them.
- 5-6 cups idli batter
- 2 tbsp. beetroot puree
- oil to grease the idli molds
- coconut chutney & sambar to serve
Divide the batter into 2 bowls. Add the beetroot puree to one bowl and mix well. Grease the idli molds.
Spoon a tbsp. of the white batter first. Then spoon a tsp. of the beetroot batter over it and continue to do so, alternately spooning the batter.
Steam in a pressure cooker (without the vent) or steamer for 15 minutes (first 5 minutes on high and the remaining on a medium flame).
Demold the idlis when it slightly cools down and serve with coconut chutney and sambar.
