Embassy Signature Box Type Idli Cooker – Stainless Steel Square Idly Pot with 5 Idli Plates + 1 Mini Idli Plate (20 Idlis + 9 Mini Idlis)

The Embassy Signature Box Type Idli Cooker is a square, all-stainless-steel idly pot that steams 20 regular idlis and 9 mini idlis using 5 big idli plates + 1 mini idli plate. Plates slide into a built-in rack through a lift-up front door, so you load and unload hot idlis from the front instead of lifting a stack out of a round pot. A sturdy, restaurant-style box type idli maker for big families, Sunday breakfasts and festival mornings.

• 🍽️ 6 Plates, 29 Idlis: 5 square big idli plates (4 idlis each = 20 idlis) plus 1 mini idli plate (9 mini idlis) — breakfast for the whole family.
• 📦 Box Type Square Design: Plates slide in on side rails, like a commercial idli steamer — no stacking, no stand to lift out.
• 🚪 Lift-Up Front Door with Handle: Open the front to check, add or remove any single plate without disturbing the others.
• 🥄 Mini Idli Plate Included: 5 cm cocktail-size idlis for kids' tiffin boxes, ghee podi idli and sambar mini idli.
• ✋ Side Handles: Riveted stainless steel handles to carry the box on and off the stove.
• ✨ Full Stainless Steel Body: Mirror-finish steel box and plates — rust-resistant, no coating to peel, easy to wash.
• 📏 Compact 20 × 20 cm Footprint: Sits neatly on a standard burner and stores easily in a kitchen cabinet.

A regular round idli pot makes you lift the whole hot stand out to reach the bottom plates. The Embassy box type idli cooker works like the steamers used in South Indian hotels and darshinis — each square plate slides out on its own. Pull out the top plate the moment it is done, slide in the next batch, and keep soft, fluffy idlis coming for guests.

Use it for rava idli, ragi idli, kanchipuram idli, thatte-style idli, dhokla, steamed vegetables and mini idlis for kids. Perfect for Ugadi, Pongal, Diwali and Navratri breakfasts, house-warming ceremonies, and weekend family get-togethers.

1. Pour water into the base of the box, below the lowest plate rail.
2. Grease the plates lightly and fill each cavity with idli batter.
3. Slide the plates onto the rails, close the front door and steam on the stove until the idlis are cooked.
4. Lift the door, slide out the plates using a cloth, rest for a minute and scoop out the idlis with a wet spoon.

How many idlis does the Embassy box type idli cooker make?

It comes with 6 plates: 5 big plates with 4 idlis each (20 idlis) and 1 mini idli plate with 9 mini idlis.

What is the difference between a box type idli cooker and a regular idli pot?

A regular pot uses a round stacked stand that is lifted out in one piece. A box type cooker has square plates that slide in and out individually through a front door, like a hotel idli steamer.

What size is the idli box?

The box measures 20 × 20 cm at the base with a 20.5 cm body height (approx. 28.5 cm overall). Each plate is about 18.2 × 18.4 cm.

Is it made of stainless steel?

Yes. The box, rack and all six plates are stainless steel, with no non-stick coating.

Soak the plates briefly after use and wash with mild dishwash liquid and a soft scrubber. Dry the box fully with the door open before storing to keep the mirror finish bright.