For idli
Use the batter as it is after it comes to room temperature. Fill greased idli moulds and steam until a skewer comes out clean — typically about 10–12 minutes depending on size and steamer.
Authentic Rice Idly-Dosa-Paniyaram Batter
One batter, three authentic classics —
soft idlis, crispy dosas & golden paniyarams.
Soft, crispy & golden — the authentic idli–dosa–paniyaram batter South India grew up on. Carefully chosen rice, urad dal, fenugreek, and iodised salt, blended with RO-purified water and fermented the authentic, honest way. No soda, no preservatives, no shortcuts — mildly salted so you can season to taste. One pack, three authentic classics: steam for pillowy idlis, spread for dosas with a golden crackle, or pour into a paniyaram pan for crisp-outside, fluffy-inside kuzhi paniyarams.
Soft & crispy
Paniyaram-ready
No preservatives
No soda
Mildly salted
Fresh
Daily
Daily
Quality Grains
Hand-picked rice and urad dal, checked for every batch.
RO-Purified Water
Clean water, because what goes in really matters.
Authentic Fermentation
Controlled, traditional timing for that soft, authentic idli-dosa taste.
No Preservatives
Zero chemicals. Just real, clean food for your family.
The authentic classic pack
Your body says thank you — your gut smiles with every authentic bite.
That line on our pouch is how we feel about a clean, everyday batter: familiar rice and urad, authentic slow fermentation, and nothing you need a chemistry degree to pronounce.
The yellow and green pack is an authentic promise in plain language: no soda to fake loft, no preservatives, and no shortcuts in how we soak, grind, and ferment. It’s mildly salted so home cooks can tune flavour the way their family likes. Same authentic batter in the bowl — soft idlis from the steamer, crispy dosas from the tawa, and golden kuzhi paniyarams from the paniyaram pan.
- Saves precious morning time — about fifteen minutes less prep vs. soaking and grinding at home.
- Made with RO-purified water end to end — because water quality shows up in every bite.
- 100% vegetarian — look for the green dot on every Zeppin pack.
Product details
Everything you need to know.
Pack sizes
500g · 1kg
Shelf life
9 days (refrigerated)
Ingredients (as on pack)
Rice, urad dal, fenugreek, iodised salt, and RO-purified water — the back label lists approximate proportions (e.g. rice & urad blend with the majority as RO water). What you read on the pouch is what we batch and ferment.
Approx. yield (1kg)
~20 idlis · ~14 dosas · ~28 paniyarams (portion size may vary)
Approx. yield (500g)
~10 idlis · ~7 dosas · ~14 paniyarams (roughly half a 1kg pack)
Best for
Idli · Dosa · Paniyaram · Uttapam · Paper dosa
Storage
Refrigerate; bring to room temperature 10–15 min before cooking.
Allergen note
Manufactured in a facility that also processes wheat.
FSSAI licence
10126023000049
Prep time
Ready in about 10 minutes after resting
Our promise
What “no shortcuts” really means.
The words on every Zeppin rice pack match how we work in the kitchen — no hidden ingredients, no chemical cheats.
- Authentic taste
- No soda
- No preservatives
- No shortcuts
- Mildly salted — adjust to taste
- RO-purified water
- Traditional fermentation
Packaging
What you’ll see on the pack.
Front and back of our Rice Idly–Dosa–Paniyaram Batter pouch — soft & crispy positioning, ingredients, nutrition, FSSAI, and how to cook.
Cooking tips
From the pack — to your plate.
Straight from the pouch copy — so breakfast is easier than reading fine print at 7 a.m.
For dosa
Add a little water to loosen the batter for an easy, even spread on a hot tawa. The pack is mildly salted — add more salt if your family likes a bolder edge on dosas.
For paniyaram
Use the batter at a medium consistency — slightly thicker than dosa, looser than idli. Heat a paniyaram (kuzhi) pan, brush each cavity with a little oil or ghee, and pour batter to about three-quarters full. For a savoury kick, fold in finely chopped onion, green chilli, ginger, curry leaves and a pinch of mustard tempering before pouring. Cover and cook on medium for 2–3 minutes, flip with a skewer, and cook till both sides are golden and crisp.
Before you buy
Please don’t pick a puffed-up pack — trapped gas can indicate spoilage. Choose a pack that feels firm and cold from the fridge, and refrigerate at home right away.
Nutrition & trust
The full nutrition table (energy, protein, carbs, fibre, fat, and more per 100g and per serving), barcode, batch, and “use by” are on the back of every pouch. Follow @zeppinfreshfoods on Instagram for plating ideas and kitchen tips.
Rice batter
Questions, answered.
Common questions about our classic rice idli–dosa–paniyaram batter — from first-time buyers to weekly regulars.
Is this the same batter for idli, dosa and paniyaram?
Yes. One fermentation, one grind — use it thick and rested for soft idlis, stir in a little water for a pourable dosa consistency, or keep it at a medium consistency for crisp-outside, fluffy-inside paniyarams. That’s exactly how most home kitchens work; we’ve just done the soaking and grinding for you.
Can I make paniyaram (kuzhi paniyaram / appe) with this batter?
Absolutely — that’s why we call it the Rice Idly-Dosa-Paniyaram batter. The same rice and urad fermentation that gives soft idlis and crispy dosas also delivers golden, fluffy paniyarams. For savoury versions, temper mustard, chopped onion, green chilli, ginger and curry leaves and fold them into the batter before pouring into a hot, greased paniyaram pan. For sweet (gulgule-style) paniyarams, stir in a little jaggery syrup, banana, or grated coconut.
Why does the pack say “mildly salted”?
Every home salts differently — some like a punchy dosa edge, others keep idlis gentle for kids. We season lightly so you can enjoy as-is or adjust salt, chilli, or cumin in the batter before cooking.
How is Zeppin Rice batter different from your Ragi variety?
Same urad backbone and same idli–dosa idea — the Rice pack uses rice as the main cereal for the classic taste, snow-white idlis, and golden paniyarams. Ragi swaps in finger millet for an earthier, nutrient-dense bite (great for idlis and dosas). Many families keep both in the fridge.
What does the wheat allergen line mean?
Our facility also processes wheat on other lines. We follow strict cleaning, but if you have celiac disease or a severe wheat allergy, please speak with your doctor before consuming.
Where is it made, and who can I call?
Manufactured & packed by Zeppin Fresh Foods at 29/178-6-E, SBI Colony, Nandyal – 518501, Andhra Pradesh. Customer care: +91 9966 315866.
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Ragi Batter
Finger millet goodness — same idlis and dosas, with a nutritious twist.
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