Homemade Instant Idli Mix

For fourth day of blogging Marathon # 10, here is a homemade instant mix for idlis. To be honest, I don't prefer to use store brought instant mixes especially for idlis since I know how to make amazing idlis from scratch. (No bragging there, I do make awesome idlis being a south Indian. :)) However I assure you that this homemade recipe works though I would not call it a substitute for regular fermented batter idlis. It is a very convenient one for novice cooks, bachelors and other busy bodies. The idlis come out good and are pretty decent ones compared to commercial brands.

Ingredients:
Urad dal flour - 1 measure
Idli rava - 2 measures
Salt to taste
Baking soda, as needed

Method:
Mix everything and store it in a jar.
When you plan to make idlis, add water to the mix and prepare a slightly thick batter (regular idli batter consistency.) Leave it to rest for 5 minutes and then prepare idlis using the batter as usual.

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