Idli

Idli is a type of food that comes from India. It is a small, white, spongy cake that is made from a mixture of rice and urad dal. Rice is a kind of grain that grows in fields, and urad dal is a type of bean.

To make idli, the rice and urad dal are soaked in water for a while, and then ground up into a smooth paste. The paste is left to ferment overnight, which means that it sits out in the open air and special bacteria grow in it. These bacteria help the paste to rise and become soft and spongy.

The next day, the fermented paste is put into special molds, which are usually made of metal or plastic. The molds are shaped like small, round cups with a hole in the middle. The batter is poured into these molds and then steamed for about 10-15 minutes.

When the idlis are finished cooking, they are taken out of the molds and served hot. Sometimes they are eaten with spicy chutney or sambar, which is a kind of vegetable soup. Other times, they are served with sweetened coconut chutney or just plain old butter.

Idli is a very popular breakfast food in India, and it is also enjoyed by people around the world who like trying new and interesting dishes. It is a healthy and nutritious snack, and it is also easy to make once you get the hang of it.