Think of South Indian food and the first few things that come to mind are crunchy dosa, vada and idli, it is a foodie heaven. If you look around and explore, you will find innumerable shops and stalls selling South Indian food in every nook and corner of the country. Also it is very easy to make them at home. Coming to the humble idli, this dish is soft, fluffy and extremely light on the stomach, making it one of the most favorite breakfast dishes in India. But suppose, whenever we think of making idlis at home, we always make more idlis than required. Some of us use them to make new recipes; Others can keep them in the refrigerator for later use. Ever tried heating them? If not, here we bring you some easy ways to reheat idli at home. Take a look below.
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3 easy ways to reheat idli:
1. Microwave
Here we bring you a microwave technology that can heat your idlis instantly. All you have to do is take a microwave-friendly plate and fill the remaining idlis in it. Next, have a glass or a small bowl filled with water. Place the plate with the glass inside the microwave. Microwave the idlis for 45-50 seconds. Wondering why we put a glass of water inside the microwave? This is because the water helps to add moisture to the air, which prevents the idlis from drying out.
2. Steamer
The second way is quite simple. Take an idli steamer/cooker, fill it with water. Place an idli tray or stand inside the steamer. Place all the idlis on it. Cover the steamer and wait for 2-3. And voila, you’ve got the result!
3. Instant Pot
Fill the container with water. Take a stainless steel strainer and place it over the pot. Now add the idlis and cover the container with a lid. Wait a few minutes and it’s done!
Try these easy ways to reheat idlis and let us know how they worked for you in the comments below. Stay tuned for more such easy hacks!