Rava Idli in Trivandrum

Rava Idli

Chutney for Rava Idli

 Bangalore Mornings & Rava Idli – A Match Made in South India!

Soft, fluffy, and lightly spiced — Rava Idli is a breakfast icon in Bangalore!

Made from semolina (rava), curd, and a gentle tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves, this dish is a warm hug on a plate.

But here’s the real secret to its magic…

Smear a little ghee on top of the hot rava idli just before serving. That golden touch of ghee adds an irresistible aroma and melts into every bite, making it pure comfort food. 🤍

📍Where to Try Rava Idli in Bangalore:

•  MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms) – the birthplace of rava idli during wartime rice shortages!
• Vidyarthi Bhavan, Basavanagudi – for a rustic, authentic plate with chutney love.
• SLV, Jayanagar – no-frills, full-flavor rava idlis with coconut chutney.
• New Krishna Bhavan, Malleshwaram – serves a soft version with a dash of nostalgia.
  
  
• The Rameshwaram Cafe, Indira Nagar - one of the delicacy to enjoy

Want to make it at home? Here's a simple Rava Idli Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rava (semolina)
• 1 cup curd (yogurt)
• ½ tsp baking soda or Eno
• 1 tsp mustard seeds, a few curry leaves
• 1 tbsp oil or ghee
• Salt to taste

Optional: grated carrot, chopped coriander, chopped green chili

Steps:

1️⃣ Dry roast rava till it smells nutty. Let it cool.

2️⃣ Add curd, salt, and a little water to make a thick batter.

3️⃣ Heat oil/ghee, add mustard seeds, curry leaves (and veggies if using), and mix into the batter.

4️⃣ Just before steaming, add baking soda/Eno.

5️⃣ Pour into greased idli moulds. Steam for 10–12 mins.

6️⃣ Smear a bit of ghee on top and serve hot with coconut chutney! 🧈

 Whether you’re a Bangalorean or just in love with South Indian breakfast, Rava Idli is a dish worth waking up early for!