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Soft Red Cholam Idli served with coconut chutney and tomato chutney made from homemade fermented millet batter

Red Cholam Idli Dosa Batter Recipe (Wet Grinder Method)

Learn how to make Red Cholam Idli Dosa Batter Recipe using a traditional wet grinder method. This naturally fermented batter makes soft, fluffy idlis and crispy dosas with simple ingredients, making it a wholesome South Indian breakfast for the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Fermentation Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 30 idlis
Course: Breakfast, dinner
Cuisine: south indian
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g Red Cholam (Red Sorghum)
  • 250 g Idli Rice
  • 60 g Whole Urad Dal
  • 25 g Javvarisi (Sago)
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed for soaking and grinding

Equipment

  • Wet Grinder
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cup
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Wash Red Cholam, idli rice, urad dal, and javvarisi thoroughly. Soak each ingredient separately until softened.
  2. Grind the soaked urad dal in a wet grinder by adding water gradually until it becomes light, fluffy, and smooth. Transfer it to a large bowl.
  3. Grind the soaked javvarisi first, then add the soaked Red Cholam and continue grinding until smooth.
  4. Add the soaked idli rice and continue grinding until the batter reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Mix the Batter
  5. Combine both batters and mix thoroughly using your clean hand until well incorporated.
  6. Cover the batter and allow it to ferment overnight or until it becomes light and airy.
  7. Mix the fermented batter gently, pour it into greased idli moulds, and steam until the idlis are soft and cooked through.
  8. Stir the batter gently, spread it on a hot tawa, drizzle a little oil, and cook until golden and crispy.

Notes

  • Use a wet grinder for softer idlis and better batter aeration.
  • Grind the urad dal until a small portion of the batter floats in water.
  • Add water gradually while grinding to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
  • Fermentation time varies depending on the weather.
  • In cooler weather, adding salt before fermentation works well. During hot summer months, monitor the batter closely to prevent over-fermentation.
  • Water absorption may vary depending on the quality of the Red Cholam, rice, and urad dal.