Idiyappam - Paal Idiyappam

#PaalIdiyappam [ #Idiyappam in milk ] : Appam & Idiyappam, both are generally served only with coconut milk in my home. 

The lemon idiyappam and other mixed idiyappam varieties are recent creations only. The coconut milk is extracted from coconut scrapings adding lukewarm water. Idiyappam is served on a plate or over plantain leaf and then coconut milk is poured over it. This is the best way to relish tasty idiyappam.
Here let me present the best way to relish idiyappam with milk and coconut milk.

Method :
Prepare Idiyappam following the method of preparation given.

If you are in a hurry or do not want to take coconut milk then take regular cow/pocket milk.
Boil milk and keep aside.
Keep ready cardamom powder.
Take Idiyappam in a bowl and add cardamom powder & sugar [ optional ].
Relish Idiyappam this way when it is still hot.

But the real taste is only when you take Idiyappam with coconut milk.
Take 1/2 cup of coconut scrapings in a mixie jar.
Run just for a second without adding water.
Then add lukewarm water and again just run for a second.
Squeeze out milk through the hand into a container.
Again take the squeezed coconut scrapings in the mixie jar and run for a second with lukewarm water.
This way extract milk from coconut three times.
Throw away the remaining coconut scrapings after squeezing out milk completely.
Add a pinch of salt and cardamom powder to the milk.
Now relish idiyappam just like the same as with cow/pocket milk.

To make it sweet add jaggerry to the coconut milk and mix well.
Now liberally pour sweet coconut milk over the Idiyappam and enjoy!!


Try once with coconut milk then you will not go for any other idiyappam variety!!!




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Idiyappam - rice noodles

Lemon Idiyappam - Lemon Rice noodles

Instant lemon Idiyappm

Sweet Idiyappam - Sweet rice noodles

Pulikachal Idiyappam - Puli rice noodles

Idiyappam-Varieties

#Idiyappam  #RiceNoodles #Sevai #Ricesevai : Traditionally #Idiyappam  is prepared from rice. It is also known by name #RiceSevai. We can call it #RiceNoodles in modern term.
We don't have to take rice to flour mill to grind the rice. Nowadays rice flour is readily available in local shops and also in super markets.  Idiyappam is very easy to prepare at home. It only requires little care to prepare the dough for Idiyappam and takes very less time to steam cook them [ of course less than the time taken to steam cook idli ]. The steam cooked #ricenoodles [ Idiyappam ] can be stored in a bowl and can be relished with kadalai curry, kurma, or preparing lemon idiyappam, puli Idiyappam, etc.,...
To make mixed idiyappam, the plain idiyappam has to be cooled down to room temperature just the same way we do for mixed rice.
Here links are given to Idiyappam varieties.

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Idiyappam/Rice Noodles/Sevai
Idiyappam [ Rice noodles ]	Instant Lemon Idiyappam	Lemon Idiyappam
Sweet Idiyappam with sugar	Pulikachal  Idiyappam	Paal Idiyappam

For other tiffin/Breakfast recipes click the link given below

Tiffin

Pulikachal-Idiyappam

#PulikachalIdiyappam or we can call #PuliIdiyappam [ #PuliRiceNoodles ] : This is a spicy mixed #Idiyappam prepared by mixing plain #idiyappam with #Pulikachal.
 Idiyappam is very easy to prepare at home. It only requires little care to prepare the dough for Idiyappam and takes very less time to steam cook them [ of course less than the time taken to steam cook idli ]. The steam cooked #ricenoodles [ Idiyappam ] can be stored in a bowl and can be relished with kadalai curry, kurma, or preparing lemon idiyappam, puli Idiyappam, etc.,...
To make mixed idiyappam, the plain idiyappam has to be cooled down to room temperature just the same way we do for mixed rice.
But the plain idiyappam would become dry if it is kept under the fan to cool down. So it needs some time to cool down on its own.
First the idiyappam is prepared and stored in a wide mouthed vessel or basin shaped vessel. Then the mixture for lemon idiyappam or puli idiyappam has to be prepared. Then divide the plain rice noodles to make different mixed idiyappams.
The mixture is added to the plain idiyappam along with gingelly oil. Then mixed well with hand without giving pressure to get mixed idiyappam.
Prepare Idiyappam following the recipe given in my earlier post 


and also Pulikachal.
Here comes the way to prepare #PuliIdiyappam [ #PuliRiceNoodles ].

Ingredients :
2 or 3 batches	Idiyappam
4 Tsp	Gingelly Oil [ Till/sesame oil ]
2 or 3 Tbsp	Pulikachal [ adjust ]
1/4 Tsp	Red chilly powder [ adjust ]
1 Tsp	Salt [ adjust ]
To Temper :
1/2 Tsp	Mustard seeds
1/8 Tsp	Fenugreek seeds [ optional ]
1 Tsp	Black gram split [ urad dhall ]
2 Tsp	Bengal gram [ channa dhall ]
4 Tsp	Peanut [ Ground nut ]
10 - 15	Curry leaves

Method :

Take 2 or 3 batches steam cooked idiyappam in a wide mouthed vessel.

Pour 2 Tsp of gingelly oil over the idiyappam and gently roll over to spread all over the idiyappam.

Keep aside.

keep a kadai on slow flame and add 2 Tsp of oil.
When oil becomes hot splutter mustard seeds and then add urad dhall, bengal gram, fenugreek and ground nuts in the order.
Fry well till golden color and then add torn pieces of curry leaves.

Then switch off the stove and transfer over the plain idiyappam.
Add Pulikachal, red chilly powder [ optional ] and salt.
Gently mix the Pulikachal with idiyappam by hand.
If you feel the idiyappam keeps sticking to the hand then add one more teaspoon of gingelly oil.
Adjust salt and red chilly powder.
Now spicy and tangy Puli idiyappam is ready to enjoy!!

Usually spicy mixed idiyappam varieties are served along with sweet ones for breakfast/dinner.

Note :
For packed lunch : The lemon idiyappam should be prepared little bit more salty and spicy so that it will taste good at the time of eating.
The excess salt and spice will be absorbed by the idiyappam as the time passes.




Recipes you might like to try

Idiyappm [ Rice sevai - rice noodles ]

Instant lemon Idiyappm

Sweet Idiyappam - Sweet rice noodles

Lemon Idiyappam - Lemon rice noodles

Idiyappam - Sweet-Idiyappam-with-sugar

#SweetIdiyappamWithSugar : If steam cooked plain idiyappam is ready then it is very easy to prepare a variety of mixed idiyappam. Generally lemon idiyappam, pulikachal idiyappam are made along with sweet idiyappam with either sugar or jaggery.
My daughter during her school days used to take lemon idiyappam or pulikachal idiyappam and sweet idiyappam in a double decker tiffin box. We have to be very careful while packing sweet idiyappam in the tiffin box for lunch as it might become soggy as time passes.
Now we will see the method of preparing sweet idiyappam and
Also the procedure to pack in a lunch box.

Ingredients :
1 cup	Plain Idiyappam
1/4 cup	Fresh coconut scrapings
1/2 Tsp	Cardamom powder
2 or 3 Tbsp	Sugar [ adjust ]
a pinch	salt
a drop	Ghee [ optional ]

Method :

Prepare Idiyappam following the method given in my previous post.

Keep all the given ingredients ready.

Just 10 minutes before serving, take idiyappam in a wide mouthed vessel or a plate.

Add coconut scrapings, ghee and cardamom powder.

Mix well gently by hand without giving too much pressure.

Finally add sugar and mix well.

Relish immediately. Otherwise it might become soggy as time passes.

For lunch box :

Mix idiyappam, coconut scrapings, ghee and cardamom powder.

Pack the mix in a lunch box.

Pack sugar in a separate box or in a cover.

Just before lunch add sugar to the idiyappam and mix well.

You might like to try

Idiyappam - Rice noodles

Lemon Idiyappam - Lemon rice noodles

Instant Lemon Idiyappam

Idiyappam - Lemon-Idiyappam

#LemonIdiyappam #LemonRiceNoodles : Everyday for the past one week we have been hearing the harmful contents present in instant noodles through visual media as well as print media. Many state governments in India have banned the sale of instant noodles in the market and the company has also withdrawn its product from the shelves of the stores across India. So think.... Why should we harm ourselves by eating these food items which contain harmful minerals and taste enhancer that is allergic to many people.
We have our own version of noodles called #Idiyappam traditionally prepared from rice. It is also known by name #RiceSevai. We can call it #RiceNoodles in modern term.
We don't have to take rice to flour mill to grind the rice into flour. Nowadays rice flour is readily available in local shops and also in super markets.  Idiyappam is very easy to prepare at home. It only requires little care to prepare the dough for Idiyappam and takes very less time to steam cook them [ of course less than the time taken to steam cook idli ]. The steam cooked #ricenoodles [ Idiyappam ] can be stored in a bowl and can be relished with kadalai curry, kurma, or preparing lemon idiyappam, puli Idiyappam, etc.,...
To make mixed idiyappam, the plain idiyappam has to be cooled down to room temperature just the same way we do for mixed rice.
But the plain idiyappam would become dry if it is kept under the fan to cool down. So it needs some time to cool down on its own.
First the idiyappam is prepared and stored in a wide mouthed vessel or basin shaped vessel. Then the mixture for lemon idiyappam or puli idiyappam has to be prepared. Then divide the plain rice noodles to make different mixed idiyappams.
The mixture is added to the plain idiyappam along with gingelly oil. Then mixed well with hand without giving pressure to get mixed idiyappam.
Prepare Idiyappam following the recipe given in my earlier post.
Here comes the way to prepare the lemon mixture to mix with plain idiyappam.

Ingredients :
2 or 3 batches	Idiyappam
4 Tsp	Gingelly Oil [ Till/sesame oil ]
1 big size	Lemon [ adjust ]
To Temper :
1/2 Tsp	Mustard seeds
1/8 Tsp	Fenugreek seeds [ optional ]
1 Tsp	Black gram split [ urad dhall ]
2 Tsp	Bengal gram [ channa dhall ]
4 Tsp	Peanut [ Ground nut ]
2 or 3	Green chilly, chop nicely [ adjust ]
10 - 15	Curry leaves
3 Tsp	Coriander leaves chopped [ optional ]
2 Tsp	Carrot chopped nicely [ optional ]
Powders to add :
1/4 Tsp	Turmeric powder
1/2 Tsp	Cumin powder
1/4 Tsp	Red chilly powder [ adjust ]
1/4 Tsp	Asafoetida powder
2 Tsp	Salt [ adjust ]

Method :

Take 2 or 3 batches steam cooked idiyappam in a wide mouthed vessel.

Pour 2 Tsp of gingelly oil over the idiyappam and gently roll over to spread all over the idiyappam.

Keep aside.

Wash the lemon and cut into halves. Take water in a small cup. Remove seeds and immerse in water.

This helps to remove the bitterness that comes from the skin of the lemon.

keep a kadai on slow flame and add 2 Tsp of oil.
When oil becomes hot splutter mustard seeds and then add urad dhall, bengal gram, fenugreek and ground nuts in the order.
Fry well till golden color and then add nicely chopped carrot pieces, green chilly, curry leaves and chopped coriander leaves.
Saute well for 2 minutes.
Now add all the powders and stir well for 10 to 15 seconds only.

Then switch off the stove and squeeze in lemon juice.
Mix well and transfer onto the plain idiyappam in the vessel.
Gently mix the prepared lemon mix with idiyappam by hand.
If you feel the idiyappam keeps sticking to the hand then add one more teaspoon of gingelly oil.
Adjust salt and red chilly powder.
Now spicy and tangy lemon idiyappam is ready to enjoy!!

Allow the mixed idiyappam to cool down completely before packing in a tiffin box.

Note :
For packed lunch : The lemon idiyappam should be prepared little bit more salty and spicy so that it will taste good at the time of eating.
The excess salt and spice will be absorbed by the idiyappam as the time passes.

Recipes you might like to try

Idiyappm [ Rice sevai - rice noodles ]

Instant lemon Idiyappm

Sweet Idiyappam - Sweet rice noodles

Puli Idiyappam - Puli rice noodles;

Idiyappam

#Idiyappam is traditionally prepared from rice. It is also known by name #RiceSevai. We can call it #RiceNoodles in modern term.
We don't have to take rice to flour mill to grind the rice into flour. Nowadays rice flour is readily available in local shops and also in super markets.  Idiyappam is very easy to prepare at home and  the taste depends on the type of rice flour used and the way we prepare the dough. It only requires little care to prepare the dough for Idiyappam and takes very less time to steam cook them [ of course less than the time taken to steam cook idli ]. The steam cooked #ricenoodles [ Idiyappam ] can be stored in a bowl and can be relished with kadalai curry, kurma, or preparing lemon idiyappam, puli Idiyappam, etc.,...
To make mixed idiyappam, the plain idiyappam has to be cooled down to room temperature just the same way we do for mixed rice.
Here I have taken the rice flour available in departmental store.

We need murukku making press to prepare idiyappam.

Ingredients :

Rice flour                               : 1 cup
Salt                                        : 1/4 tsp
Water                                     : 2 cups

Method :
Keep a thick bottomed kadai on slow flame and dry roast the rice flour till the flour becomes slightly hot. Turn off the stove.
On another burner heat the idly maker/kadai with water over medium flame .

Transfer the roasted flour into a wide mouthed vessel like basin.
Add salt and mix well.
Heat water on slow flame in a vessel.

When small water bubbles are seen at the bottom of the vessel, pour less than 1 cup of hot water over the flour and knead with a ladle.

If needed add some more water little by little and make slightly loose dough but not watery.
If the dough is too thick its very difficult to press through the murukku press.
Now take idly plate and spread a wet cotton cloth over it.
Place idiyappam making plate [ achu ] inside the murukku press and fill with prepared dough.


Spread idiyappam over the cloth by pressing the maavu.



Keep the idly plate inside the idly maker/kadai.
Close with lid to steam cook the maavu.
It takes less than 10 minutes to get soft idiyappam.
Transfer the cooked idiyappam over a plate.

Again squeeze maavu through idiyappam achu over idly plate to steam cook one more plate.
Keep repeating the process till the dough got over.

Even after that some dough may be sticking to the inner side of the idiyappam press and also over the surface of the vessel in which the dough has been made.
The amount of left over dough may not be sufficient to fill up the idiyappam press.
So add one or two tea spoon of coconut scrap and mix well.
Make small small balls and steam cook just like we did for idiyappam.
The steam cooked balls are very very tasty when taken hot.
These balls can also be added to the prepared idiyappam as well.



Make lemon idiyappam, pulikaichal idiyappam or sweet idiyappam with sugar/jaggary & coconut scrap or relish idiyappam by pouring sweet coconut milk over it

sweet idiyappam with jaggary and coconut

Recipes you might like to try

Lemon Idiyappam - Lemon Rice noodles

Instant lemon Idiyappm

Sweet Idiyappam - Sweet rice noodles

Paal Idiyappam - Idiyappam in milk

Pulikachal Idiyappam - Puli rice noodles