1 Minute FAQ's

How much batter can be prepared from one packet of 1 minute batter powder?

Ans: About 1.5 Ltr of batter can be prepared from one packet of 500g batter powder.

How much water should be added to prepare a perfect liquid batter?

Ans: Add 11/4 cup of water to 1 cup of powder to get the perfect liquid batter. Don’t make the batter too thick to match with traditional batter consistency. Making the batter too thick causes the products to dry out quickly. Prepare the batter as per the provided recipe. batter will have a slightly more flowing consistency compared to usual/traditional batters. Ensure that all the particles in the batter powder are mixed properly to attain a smooth flowing Consistency.

Do we need to keep the liquid batter for fermentation?

Ans: No. We can straight away prepare our favourite breakfast item once the batter is ready.

Why my Dosa/Appam is cracking/Idli is hard?

Ans:

Batter too thick than required: Correct the batter consistency-No need to match traditional batter consistency

Pan too hot: Check & correct the pan temperature (sprinkle little water to check)  

Batter not properly mixed: Mix batter properly without lumps to attain smooth flowing consistency.

Why my Dosa/Idli/Appam is bitter?

Ans:

  1. Batter too thick than required: Correct the batter consistency-No need to match traditional batter consistency
  2. Batter not properly mixed: Mix batter properly without lumps to attain smooth flowing consistency.

Why did my dosa/appam stick to the pan?

    Ans:

    1. Pan too hot: Check & adjust the pan temperature (sprinkle little water to check)
    2. Batter too thick than required: Accrued the correct batter consistency-No need to match traditional batter consistency.

    Why do my dosa/idli/appam looks yellowish?

      Ans:

      1. Batter too thick than required: Accrued the correct batter consistency -No need to match traditional batter consistency. Check & adjust the pan temperature (sprinkle little water to check)
      2. Batter not properly mixed: Mix batter properly without lumps to attain smooth flowing consistency.

      Can we keep the liquid batter for later usage?

        Ans: No. Don’t keep batter too long (more than 30 minutes), it  will affect the performance and taste of the product and we highly recommend preparing only what's required

        Is fermentation required for the liquid batter?

          Ans:No. The batter powder is developed using the innovative “Sour Batter Technology” in which the fermented batter is dehydrated in a controlled manner. so there is no requirement for fermentation.

          How is it possible to avoid fermentation?

             Ans: The fermentation process is addressed through Sour Batter Technology which is an extension of Sour Dough Technology this process which saves time for the customers.

            Do the 1 Minute batter powders contain preservatives?

              Ans: No. The 1Minute minute batter powders do not contain any preservatives. Moreover, they do not contain any artificial colours or flavours too.

              If no preservative is added, how can 1Minute batter powders have longer shelf life?

                Ans: The 1Minute batter powders are dried in such a way that the water activity is too low for the microbes to grow thus helps to have longer shelf life.

                Are there preservatives added to the liquid batters available in the market?

                  Ans: As the chances of microbial growth is high due to more water content in liquid batters, there are chances to add preservatives in them.

                  How are 1 Minute batter powders differing from other market available products?

                    Ans: Our 1 Minute products provide ultimate convenience and value for money to the customers. It saves time by avoiding soaking, grinding and fermenting and the powder presentation of the product avoids wastage unlike the liquid batters.

                    How many Dosa/Appam/Idli can be prepared from 500g batter powder?

                      Ans: Approximately 30 dosa/appam/idli can be prepared

                      Is the product highly prized?

                        Ans: As we can make approximately 1.5lit of batter from one pack of 500g powder, this is an economic choice for the customers.

                        Do we need to keep the batter powder in refrigerator?

                          Ans: No refrigeration is needed. It can be stored in sealed cans at normal conditions.

                          How is it convenient for the customers?

                            Ans: There is no restriction of time or quantity. We can make even one dosa that too even on the middle of the night. It is equally useful for housewives, working professionals, bachelors, students etc.

                            How can chutneys be prepared using 1 Minute chutney Powder?

                              Ans: We can add one teaspoon of cold water to one teaspoon of chutney powder. Mix it and serve.

                              Can we add boiled water in hot condition to the powder?

                                Ans: It is advised not to add water in hot condition to the chutney powder. Slight warm or cold water which is previously boiled can be added to get our delicious chutney.

                                Do we need to add any other ingredients or temper chutney?

                                  Ans: No. We can just add warm water, mix well and the super delicious chutney is ready to serve.

                                  Do we need to boil the chutney once it prepared?

                                    Ans: No, we need to add only slightly warm or cold water to the chutney powder and mix properly.