Learn how to make easy and super soft Sabakki Idli recipe with detailed step by step pictures. Sabudana Idli recipe, Sago Idli recipe, Javvarisi Idli recipe, Saggubiyyam Idli recipe – easy, no grind, super soft idli recipe.
In a mixing bowl add ¼ cup sago/tapioca pearls and ½ cup rice rava.
Along with it add 1 cup thick sour curd.
Mix well and let it to rest for 8hrs or overnight.
Sago should be soft and the mixture should look thick. Add salt as needed and mix well.
Next add 2 tablespoon grated coconut and ¼ cup finely chopped coriander leaves. Mix well.
Add water little by little to adjust the consistency of the batter. I added about ¼ cup of water.
Tthe batter should be thick, but in dropping consistency.
Meanwhile bring the water to boil in the idli steamer pot and grease the idli plates with a drop of oil (optional). Before filling the idli mould, add a pinch of baking soda to the batter and mix well. Fill the idli mould with the batter.
Place the idli plates on the steamer and steam for 10-11mins on medium heat.
When the idlis look fluffy and are cooked, remove from heat.
Let them rest for 5-7 mins before removing them from the idli plate.
Using thick curd that is sour makes the idlis tasty and also, best way to get rid of sour curd.
Make sure to place the idli plates on the steamer only after the water has begun steaming. Else, the idlis can turn soggy or hard when cooked.
Cooking/Baking Soda is optional but it is a failproof way to get soft & fluffy idlis that are made instantly. If serving immediately, this can be totally skipped. I made a batch without the soda and while they were soft, the batch with a small pinch of soda turned much softer.