Goli Idli | Traditional Goli Idli | Rice Flour Goli Idli | Tadka Goli Idli
Goli Idli is a fun and flavourful South Indian delight made by kneading rice flour into a smooth dough, shaping it into soft round balls, and steaming them to perfection. These bite-sized idlis are then elevated with a vibrant tadka of oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, some spices, and fragrant podi masala, turning them into an irresistible snack or breakfast dish. Light, wholesome, and easy to prepare, Goli Idli is perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or tea-time cravings while offering a comforting, home-style taste in every bite.
Preparation Time
15 minutes
Soaking Time
Nil
Cooking Time
15 minutes
Makes
3
INGREDIENTS
- 3/4 cup rice flour
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp Oil
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp jeera
- Hing
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 5-6 curry leaves
- 1 tbsp podi masala
- 1 tbsp chopped coriander
- Salt to taste
For the base
For the Tadka
METHOD
- In a hot heat water, add in rice flour, oil and salt to taste.
- Mix well to form a dough on low flame.
- Switch off the gas, cover with a lid and set aside for 5 minutes.
- Once done, transfer to a plate and knead the dough nicely.
- Divide into equal portions and make round balls.
- Steam these goli idlis for 5-7 minutes or until nicely cooked.
- In a pan heat oil and sauté jeera, mustard seeds, curry leaves, hing.
- Add in podi masala, salt to taste and coriander.
- Toss in the steamed goli idlis and sauté for a minute.
- Serve hot with toothpicks.
