Idiyappam (sri Lankan String Hoppers)
Idiyappam, also known as Sri Lankan String Hoppers, is a traditional Sri Lankan dish made from rice flour. It is a popular breakfast or dinner option and is often served with a variety of curries and sambols.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice flour
- Water
- Salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice flour and a pinch of salt.
- Add water gradually and knead the mixture to form a smooth, soft dough.
- Fill the idiyappam press with the dough and press it onto idli plates in a circular motion to form the string hoppers.
- Steam the string hoppers for 5-7 minutes until they are cooked through.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Idiyappam press Steamer
Tools
Knife Measuring cups
Serving suggestions
Serve the idiyappam hot with a side of coconut sambol and a spicy curry for a traditional Sri Lankan meal.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can add grated coconut to the idiyappam dough for a richer flavor.
Cost
$3