Compact 16 Idli Cooker – 4 Plate Stand | Stainless Steel

Annam's 16 Idli Cooker is a compact stainless steel idli cooker, known in Tamil homes as an Idli Cooker (இட்லி குக்கர்), with a whistle lid. A four-plate stand makes 16 idlis at once, enough for a breakfast for three or four, and the low cooker fits easily in a cupboard. It works on gas and induction stoves.

Best for: couples, small families and quick weekday breakfasts.

What's included

• Cooker with whistle lid: 22.5 cm (9 inch) wide, 12.5 cm (5 inch) tall, approx. 700 g
• Four-plate idli stand (4 idlis per plate): 20 cm (8 inch) wide, 12.5 cm (5 inch) tall, approx. 690 g

Sizes are approximate, ±0.5 inch. Total approx. product weight 1.4 kg (±200–300 g).

Serve your idlis with sambar made with our Sambar Powder.

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Why choose Annam's

• 16 idlis without heating a big vessel
• Lid with whistle
• Low, compact cooker that stores easily
• Works on gas and induction

How to use

Pour water into the cooker, keeping it below the level of the lowest plate, and bring it to a boil. Grease the plates or line them with an idli cloth, fill with batter, lower the stand in and close the lid. Steam on a medium flame for 10–12 minutes, rest for 2 minutes, then lift out the stand and remove the idlis.

Care

Wash with mild soap and warm water. Avoid steel wool and harsh scrubbers, and dry fully after washing.

Frequently asked questions

Is 16 idlis enough for my family?
It suits three to four people for one meal. For more, see the 20 Idli Cooker or 24 Idli Cooker.

Does it have a whistle?
Yes, the lid has a whistle.

Can I buy a spare stand?
Yes, the Idli Cooker Stand is sold separately.

Does it work on induction?
Yes, it works on gas and induction stoves. It has no separate induction base.

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