idli
nounUK /ˈɪdli/
US /ˈɪdli/
Idli is a soft, round cake made from rice and lentils that is steamed and eaten for breakfast.
My grandmother made warm idli with coconut chutney for breakfast.
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2. A South Indian breakfast dish often served with sambar and chutney.
We ordered idli and sambar at the restaurant.
3. A small, white, spongy food item made by steaming a fermented batter.
The idli was so fluffy it melted in my mouth.
4. In informal use, something soft or plain and simple.
His speech was like an idli—soft and plain.