The idea of idli cone is the result of enticing my 3 year old to the breakfast table with something new and colorful. It was a huge success as he seemed to enjoy it craving for more. Procure a few aluminium cones from market to prepare cone shaped idlis. In case such cones are not available, simple idly stand will do.
Cooking time: 8-10 minutes
Ingredients:
2 cups Idli rice
1 cup Urad dal
1/2 tsp Fenugreek seeds
2 tsp Salt
Oil for greasing the cones
Water as required
For garnishing:
1/2 Carrot (grated)
Coriander leaves (chopped)
Required:
Pressure cooker
Cones made of aluminium sheet / Idly stand
Method:
Soaking:
Wash urad dal thoroughly and soak with fenugreek seeds for overnight. Water quantity should be enough /double as dal will soak up water. Wash rice thoroughly till you get clear water. Soak rice separately overnight to ensure the grains are soft.
Grinding:
Next day drain out the excess water from the dal before grinding. Keep the drained water aside for later use. Grind dal very fine or till the mixture is frothy. If the batter is too tight add little amount of drained water at a time while grinding. Shift the batter in a large vessel. Combine both ingredients together . Keep this batter covered for 6 hours and place the vessel in warm place. You will see the quantity of batter has doubled. Add salt to it now. Mix well.
Steaming:
Grease the cones from inside or the idly stand. Pour 2 cups of water in pressure cooker and heat it and place the separator. Pour batter in the cones, garnish with grated carrot and coriander leaves. Adjust the filled up cones in broad based glass tumbler and place it inside the cooker. Remove the weight from the cooker. And steam for 8-10 minutes. Let it sit for 5 minutes before removing the lid. Take out the cone shaped idlis and serve them with your favorite chutney.
so cute looking cone idli, yum yum, those who dont like also they ll have this one....lovely pics deepa...
ReplyDeleteThese cone shaped idlis look so cute. Yum!!! Great pics too.
ReplyDeletevah re vah!!!..luks nice
ReplyDeleteVery creative,looks cute....
ReplyDeleteInteresting n fun shaped idlis..kids will love it..very innovative indeed!
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@Sush: yeah the shape will attract even adults :-)
ReplyDelete@Rachana: Thanks buddy
@Aparna: thanks for liking this...
@Vrinda: my son is behind this creative idli :-)
@Aipi: It was fun to try making idli in cone shape.
Hi Deepa..hru doing? Thanks for your continuous visit to my blog. Really appreciated! :D
ReplyDeleteGosh, U know what...I never made idlis and dosa in my life! I usually have them at restaurants only. Never tried of making at home coz my hubby don't like 'em at all. Hehe..
First time seeing a cone shaped idli ya! Very creative! I'll never forget this forever! :D
Looks cute and innovative . good idea
ReplyDelete@Love: I love visiting ur page dear. thanks for appreciating these cones
ReplyDelete@Shanthi: good to hear that u like the idea
These are beautiful and innovative !!
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Sulagna
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Awesome idea...wow!!wow!!
ReplyDeleteVery innovative idea to attract kids. Looks so good !!
ReplyDeleteI thought these were lollies with pineapple bits before I read the title:)
ReplyDeletevery creative n beautiful idea indeed!
This is something new to me but the rice cakes look very pretty!
ReplyDeleteIdli cone looks beautiful and delicious. You are creative Deepa.
ReplyDeletelooks yummy n colurful dear..
ReplyDeleteCone shaped idlis look so cute..very creative idea dear
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful and healthy, great idea Deepa..
ReplyDeletelooks delicious and healthy
ReplyDeleteWow so cute and beautiful looking idlies..
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ReplyDeletevery innovative deepa ...cone idli looks so colorful n beautiful ..yummy ..gr8 idea
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Very attractive and cute idlies . I think this is the most beautiful idly I have ever seen in my life:) No wonder kids rush for the idly, if you can make a breakfast like this:) Is aluminum cones available in stores? Pls let me know dear...
ReplyDeleteReally cute looking idlis, Deepa..even my 3 years old sons like idlis
ReplyDeletemy god..this is very very attractive..want to have some cones rt now...superb dish out dear....
ReplyDeleteVery innovative and wonderful recipe. Cone shaped idli ta darun lagchhe dekhte ekebare softy ice-cream er moton. Khub sundor baniyechho r sheirokom sundor presentation.
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looking so cute and delicious love to it if i get just now
ReplyDeletehi Deepa do not hear from u for long time
loved the presentation!
ReplyDeleteCute looking idli!! very creative & wonderful idea deepa
ReplyDeleteNigella seeds are not very common in our cooking. and WOW! that sure is a great way to 'entice' kids as you rightly put it!
ReplyDeletecute idlis....surely kids will like it!
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ReplyDeleteThe idli idea is stupendous...great thinking :)
awwww sooo cute..i really want to grab them right awaya..i guess not only kids but even elders wud luv to eat this creative little idlies..yummy..very innovative ..luved it..
ReplyDeletebtw ..yes ! just went thru ur besan ladoos recipe dear u were right..it is almost the same..but luved ur clicks and the roasting part..ur's look little more darker..will surely next time roast some more to get tht fabulous colour.
soooooo cute!! lovely idlis. kids would definitely love it
ReplyDeleteVery innovative idea to attract kids. Looks so good !!
ReplyDeletewow...so cute Idlis...I don't mind having these for my b'fast..pics looks superb !
ReplyDeleteBeauiful and attractive idlies. Good creativity.
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http://indianyummykitchen.blogspot.com
Thank you friends for your sweet and encouraging comments...
ReplyDeletenice idea!!
ReplyDeleteSimply amazing !!!! Love the wonderful idea. Great creation n awesome execution !!!
ReplyDeleteLovely and innovative idea!
ReplyDeleteSooo innovative!!!! I would definitely give it a try.
ReplyDeleteThat's awesome...I used to add veggies in idli to make it colorful and more appealing for my daughter when she was small..But I liked this cone idea better :-)
ReplyDeleteHey I love this idea,its very innovative,sure kids gonna love this!
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ReplyDeleteWow. What unique idlis! Love their shape and looks nice.
ReplyDeleteLovely Deepa, so innovative, the idlis look so beautiful. Sorry dear I am not able to blog hop that frequently because of my net problem, kindly bear with me.
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cute little idlis...luv these..
ReplyDeletesuch a unique and cute take on plain old idlis! looks so tempting.
ReplyDeletehey...gr8 idea...once heard that'Necessity is the mother of invention'..nw xperienced it...nic way to entertain ur kid on the dining table..i'm sure they wud luv it..
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the greatest ideas on this recipe! I love it!
ReplyDeleteLuv this Idli cones.Such a delightful treat n yummy!
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