Tata Sampann Fibre Rich Idli Mix Review – With Brown Rice

Tata Sampann offers ready to use mixes which contain a blend of grains that give a more nutrient-dense twist to regular dishes like idlis and dosas. Earlier we reviewed their fiber rich dosa mix, and now we picked up their idli mix. 

Our Tata Sampann Fibre Rich Idli Mix review revolves around their taste, texture, ingredients and nutrition profile. What makes these idlis fiber rich? We compared the ingredients to a regular rice idli mix and found out that the one by Tata Sampann is…

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While reviewing the Tata Sampann Fibre Rich Idli Mix, we set the following parameters – 

1. Taste

Unlike rava idlis, rice idlis have a distinct fermented sourness along with a mild saltiness that can be adjusted. We were looking for fresh tasting idlis with a light earthiness from brown rice. 

2. Texture 

Rice idlis have a light and fluffy texture with a soft, firm bite. These should not be dry or dense. 

As these also have brown rice, does it impact the texture in any way? 

3. Cooking Ease

How easy are the instructions to follow? Do you need a lot of ingredients to prepare a batter or just water? Is the water to powder proportion apt? Does it make a thick or thin batter? 

4. Nutritional Information

Ingredients

Apart from staples like rice and urad dal, what all ingredients does it have? Any additives and preservatives? Colors?

Calories and dietary fiber

As these claim to be rich in fiber, we compared it to a regular pack of rice idli mix. What is the difference? How many calories does it have? 

Price, packaging, and shelf life were also checked during our review process.

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Price and packaging

Tata Sampann’s Idli Mix comes in a teal blue-green pouch pack which is not resealable. A 180 gram pack is priced at Rs 70/- and has a shelf life of 8 months.

Ingredients

Typically a rice idli is made using ground rice, urad dal, water and salt. The ingredients used to make Tata Sampann’s Fibre Rich Idli Mix are rice flour, black gram flour (34%), brown rice flour (17%), iodized salt, acidity regulator [INS 296], and raising agent [INS 500(ii)].

Nutri Quotient

What are the claims? That this is fiber rich. A regular idli mix (100 grams) contains about 4-5 grams of dietary fiber on average. The one by Tata Sampann provides 9 grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams. So, yes, the claim is true. 

How We Made It

We made the idlis as per the instructions on the pack. 

• Add 1 measure mix to 1 ½ measure water. (Can also use 1 measure mix, 1 measure water and ½ measure sour curd)
• Keep aside for 1-2 minutes.
• Steam them in an idli vessel (we used the one by Solimo) for 10 minutes. 

No other seasoning needs to be added while making these. Just add water and you’re done. The consistency of the batter is ribbony and thick.  These are hassle-free and quick to make.

We tasted these as it is without any ghee, podi, sambar or chutneys.

Appearance

They aren’t stark white like rice idlis, but have a slightly off-white color. The idlis have risen well and plumped up. 

Taste And Texture

Soft, spongy and a light springiness – these idlis have a lovely texture. 

Our batch of idlis have a pleasing fermented aroma, which is typical with rice idlis. The delicately sour taste and balanced salt levels were appreciated. 

You can pair these with sambar and chutneys of your choice.

Here are some interesting FAQs on Tata Sampann Fibre Rich Idli Mix.

To conclude, we loved the soft, fluffy idlis made using Tata Sampann’s Mix. Their pleasant aroma, flavor and quick prep time gets a thumbs up from us. These are fiber rich, as claimed by the brand. 

Have you tried idli mixes yet or do you prepare them from scratch?

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