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<\/p>\nIdli, a multifarious versatile dish that goes as a breakfast item, an afternoon meal, or an evening snack, is popular not just in South Indian households, but also along India\u2019s western coastal belt states of Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat. The small, soft,coin-shaped delicious aval achari idli is an ideal alternative to the traditional idli, especially to carry along while traveling with kids.<\/p>\n
Total Time: 30 to 40 minutes
\nServing : 4<\/p>\n
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Ingredients:<\/p>\n
\u2022 1 cup flattened thick rice flakes (avil, poha)
\n\u2022 1 cup yogurt
\n\u2022 1\u00bd cup idli rava
\n\u2022 salt as per taste
\n\u2022 1 tbsp oil
\n\u2022 water (as required)
\n\u2022 1 tsp eno \/ fruit salt
\n\u2022 2 tbsp dry pickle masala
\n\u2022 2 tbsp oil<\/p>\n
Instructions:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Soak poha in curd, set aside for about 10 minutes or until soft<\/p>\n
\u2022 Grind the mixture to paste, adding little water if required<\/p>\n
\u2022 Add the idli rava, salt and 1 tbsp oil and mix well<\/p>\n
\u2022 Cover and rest for 15 minutes or until the rava and poha absorb water<\/p>\n
\u2022 Mix gently, making sure the batter consistency is neither too thick or runny<\/p>\n
\u2022 Add eno and mix gently until the batter turns frothy<\/p>\n
\u2022 Pour the batter into a greased mini idli mold and steam for 7 to 8 minutes<\/p>\n
\u2022 Carefully take out the idlis from the mold<\/p>\n
\u2022 Add oil to a pan and gently warm pickle masala<\/p>\n
\u2022 Switch off flame, and add the mini idlis to the pan<\/p>\n
\u2022 Gently mix well without breaking the idlis<\/p>\n
\u2022 Serve aval achari idli as a morning breakfast or an evening snack.<\/p>\n
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Indian Chef\u00a0Chhaya Thakker<\/strong>, who has a huge following online on WhatsApp and YouTube will be sharing her favorite recipes and cooking tips with readers of The Times Kuwait. For feedback, you can write to editortimeskuwait@gmail.com<\/p>\n