Lemon idiyappam is a delicious and popular South Indian breakfast dish. This dish consists of thin rice noodles, also known as idiyappam or string hoppers, that are infused with the tangy and refreshing taste of lemon. The noodles are made by steaming a mixture of rice flour, water, and salt, and then flavored with a squeeze of lemon juice and tempered with mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves.
The result is a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for a healthy and satisfying breakfast. The tangy lemon flavor adds a zingy twist to the dish, while the soft and delicate noodles provide a satisfying texture. Lemon idiyappam is typically served with coconut chutney and a side of spicy vegetable stew, making it a complete and well-balanced meal.
Not only is lemon idiyappam delicious, but it is also a healthy and nutritious meal option. The rice noodles are gluten-free and low in calories, making them a great option for those following a gluten-free or weight-loss diet. Additionally, lemon is a rich source of vitamin C, which helps boost immunity and keep the body healthy.
Overall, lemon idiyappam is a delightful and popular dish that is enjoyed by many in South India. Its unique and refreshing flavor, paired with its nutritional value, make it a great choice for a healthy and satisfying breakfast. So why not try this recipe and experience the taste of South India in your own home!
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Lemon Sevai | Lemon Idiyappam | Lemon String Hopper
Ingredients
To Tempering
How to make Lemon Sevai / Idiyappam
To Prepare Santhavai
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Take boiled rice, washed twice and soak in water for 2-3 hrs.
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Grind it like a smooth fine paste.
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Add water to Make it like dosa batter.
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Steam cooks the boiled rice batter about 8-10mins.
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Check once whether the rice is cooked or not by dipping tooth pick or knife inside, it should be clean when take it out.
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That hot cooked idli dumped inside the sandhavai machine, keep the plate at the down side to collect.
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Nice textured sandhavai is now ready.
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Allow to cool completely before start lemon sevai.
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Heat the pan with oil.
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Add mustard seeds, split urad dal, chana dal.
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Once start splutters, add cumin seeds and asafoetida.
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Add dry red chillies and green chillies.
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Add few curry leaves and turmeric powder. Sauté well for few mins.
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Add pre-soaked and little cooked moong dal and salt.
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Sauté well until all water gets shrink. Switch off the flame.
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Squeeze the lemon, mix well in the heat of the pan.
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Add cooled sandhavai to the lemon mixture.
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Mix gently. Tasty lemon sevai is ready to serve with coconut chutney.
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Mix gently. Tasty lemon sevai is ready to serve with coconut chutney.
