As the name suggests, the Idli rice is used to prepare the batter for South Indian idlis and dosas. Idlis are soft, fluffy steamed rice-lentil cakes that are part of the staple food in states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala etc. They can be served as it is with sambhar and chutneys. Or shallow fried in oil with herbs and molagappodi powder (chutney powder). Idlis can also be mixed with curd, seasoned with curry leaves, mustard and peppers and served cold.
