South Indian Rainbow Idli Recipe: A Fun And Nutritious Snack For Children
The Rainbow Idli, made using natural vegetable purees such as beetroot, carrot, spinach, and turmeric, offers a vibrant twist on a staple South Indian delicacy.
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40 Mins
Total time
20 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Prep Time
2 People
Serves
Easy Difficulty
Veg
Diet
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Ingredients
- 500 Gram Idli batter (fermented)
- 50 Gram Beetroot puree
- 50 Gram Carrot puree
- 50 Gram Spinach puree
- 2 Gram Turmeric powder
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Main Procedure
Step 1
Divide the idli batter into 5 equal portions.
Step 2
Mix Each Portion With One Natural Colour: Beetroot Puree for Pink/red, Carrot Puree for Orange, Spinach Puree for Green, Turmeric Powder for Yellow
Step 3
Grease idli moulds with a little oil.
Step 4
Pour each coloured batter separately or in layers for a rainbow effect.
Step 5
Steam in an idli steamer for 10–12 minutes.
Step 6
Serve warm with coconut chutney.