1. Heat 2 tsps. oil in a small pan, add seeds, cashews and fry till light brown.
2. Remove from fire, keep aside.
3. Take rava in a large plate or pan.
4. Make a well in the centre.
5. Pour remaining oil here, add all other ingredients, except coconut, curds and coriander.
6. Pour also seasoning of seeds and cashews.
7. Mix gently with hands till mixture is well blended.
8. The mixture should have enough oil to show on your fingers after mixing.
9. If too dry add some more. Keep aside till required.

To Proceed

1. Beat curds lightly, add rava mixture, coriander and coconut and mix gently.
2. Keep aside for 5-7 minutes. If too dry add some more curds.
3. DO NOT make the mixture too thin, and DO NOT beat too vigorously.
4. When spooned into the moulds of small idlis, it should hold with spreading fast.
5. Steam in an idli cooker for 5-7 minutes.
6. Check by inserting a skewer or matchstick.
7. It should come out clean.

Making time: 30 minutes
Makes: 30 ildis