Originated from South India

A type of savoury rice cake, popular as breakfast foods in southern india and sri lanka.

Made by steaming a batter consisting of fermented black lentils (de-husked) and rice.

Fermentation proces breaks down the starches so that they are more readily metabolised by the body.

Have several variations like rava idli.

Since plain idlis are mild in taste, usually a condiment is considered essential. Often served with chutneys (coconut based), sambar and medu vada.