Making your idli and dosa batter ferment in winter may feel frustrating. You follow the same recipe, step-by-step, but it ...

See why dal is essential; how methi can help; why the rice really must be parboiled – and shortcuts that will make it all easier. In this week’s Sound Bites. If you’re having trouble making idli and ...

The length of fermentation time greatly depends on the ambient temperature. In warmer climates, the batter ferments faster, typically within 6 to 8 hours, while in colder environments, it might ...