How to make String Hoppers | Sri Lankan Indiappa/ Idiappam (easy recipe)

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Welcome to a culinary journey to Sri Lanka with this simple yet delicious recipe for String Hoppers, also known as Indiappa or Idiappam. These delicate, steamed rice flour noodles are a beloved traditional dish, perfect for breakfast or as a main course, served with savory curries and sambols.

Ingredients

🍚 1 lb Rice Flour (Brand: Not specified)
💧 Lukewarm Water (added gradually to achieve desired dough consistency; Brand of measuring pot: Korkmaz)
🧂 1 teaspoon Salt (Brand: Not specified)

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, add 1 lb of rice flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
Gradually incorporate lukewarm water into the mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until it forms a crumbly but cohesive dough.

2- Shape the String Hoppers:

Load a portion of the dough into the String Hopper Maker.
Extrude the dough onto the String Hopper Trays in a circular motion, creating delicate, noodle-like nests.

3- Steam the String Hoppers:

Arrange the filled trays inside the steamer pot.
Place the pot on a stovetop over medium-high heat and steam for 3 to 4 minutes.
Carefully remove the trays once steaming is complete.

4- Serve:

Gently unmold the steamed string hoppers and place them on a serving plate.
Repeat the process with any remaining dough.

Prep Time: Approximately 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: 3-4 minutes per batch
Total Time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Servings: Approximately 35-40 hoppers, suitable for 3-5 people
Equipment:

Mixing bowl (Brand: Not specified)
Wooden spoon (Brand: Not specified)
Measuring pot/cup (Brand: Korkmaz)
String Hopper Maker (Brand: Not specified)
String Hopper Trays (Brand: Not specified)
Steamer pot (Brand: Alcoa)
Oven mitt or kitchen towel (Pattern: Plaid, red, green, white)

Cooking Tips:

Dough Consistency: Aim for a crumbly yet cohesive dough that's easy to press but not sticky or runny.
Traditional Equipment: Using a specialized String Hopper Maker and trays is key to forming perfect hoppers.

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