Andhra Style Guntur Idli

Andhra Style Guntur Idli is a popular South Indian dish that is native to the Guntur region of Andhra Pradesh. It is a variant of the traditional idli, which is a steamed cake made of fermented rice and lentil batter. The unique feature of Guntur idli is the addition of spicy chutney powder made from roasted lentils, red chilies, and other spices, which is sprinkled on top of the idlis.

Ingredients of Andhra Style Guntur Idli

• 2 cups of idli batter
• 1/2 cup of chutney powder
• Oil or ghee for greasing

For chutney powder:

• 1 cup of urad dal
• 1 cup of chana dal
• 10-12 dried red chilies
• 1/4 cup of sesame seeds
• 1 tsp of cumin seeds
• 1 tsp of coriander seeds
• 1 tsp of salt

How to Make Andhra Style Guntur Idli

1. To make the chutney powder, dry roast the urad dal, chana dal, red chilies, sesame seeds, cumin seeds, and coriander seeds separately until they turn golden brown.
2. Once roasted, let them cool and grind them to a fine powder along with salt. Store in an airtight container for future use.
3. Grease the idli plates with oil or ghee and fill each mold with the idli batter.
4. Steam the idlis for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through.
5. Once done, remove the idlis from the plates and sprinkle a generous amount of chutney powder on top of each idli.
6. Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Andhra Style Guntur Idlis are best enjoyed with a cup of hot filter coffee or tea. They make for a delicious and filling breakfast or snack option.