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Idly is a popular breakfast food of South India. The main ingredients for this healthy and simple traditional food are rice, black gram dal and salt.

Soak all ingredients for 4 – 5 hours and grind them in a food mill. Pour the batter into Idly molds and steam for about 10-15 minutes. The main condiments for Idlies are Sambar and Chutney.