Soft Idli & Crispy Vada – The Perfect South Indian Breakfast!

Soft Idli & Crispy Vada – The Perfect South Indian Breakfast!

Ingredients for Soft Idli

Idli Batter

  • 2 cups idli rice
  • 1 cup urad dal (whole white urad dal)
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • Water (as needed)
  • Salt (to taste)

Optional (for extra softness)

  • 2 tbsp poha (aval)
  • A handful of cooked rice

🍽️ Ingredients for Crispy Medu Vada

Vada Batter

  • 1 cup urad dal (whole)
  • Water (very little, for grinding)
  • Salt (to taste)

For Crunch & Flavor

  • 1 onion (finely chopped, optional)
  • 2–3 green chillies (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp black pepper (crushed)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • Curry leaves (finely chopped)
  • Ginger (1 tsp, finely chopped)

For Frying

  • Oil (for deep frying)