When I first started making idli and dosa batter at home, I used whichever jar was available in my mixer grinder. Sometimes the batter was too thick, sometimes it didn’t grind properly, and sometimes the mixer struggled with the load. That’s when I realised that using the correct jar actually makes a big difference.

In this article, I’ll explain clearly which jar for idli and dosa batter in mixer grinder is best, based on real daily kitchen use in Indian homes.

Why Batter Needs the Right Jar

Idli and dosa batter is different from chutney or spice grinding because:

• The quantity is usually large
• Ingredients are soaked and heavy
• The mixture becomes thick and sticky
• Grinding takes more time

Because of this, you need:

• enough space
• strong blade movement
• proper air circulation

This is why jar choice is very important.

Best Jar Type for Batter

The best jar for idli and dosa batter is:

Wet grinding jar (large jar)

This jar is designed for:

• heavy mixtures
• wet grinding
• smooth paste

Wet jars have:

• wider base
• strong blade
• better movement for thick batter

I’ve explained jar selection in detail in my guide on best jar size for mixer grinder in India.

Ideal Jar Size for Batter

The best jar size is:

1.2 litre to 1.5 litre jar

This size is perfect for:

• 3–5 member families
• regular dosa/idli preparation
• grinding in one or two batches

If you use a small jar:
it will overflow
motor will get stressed

Can You Use Medium Jar for Batter?

Yes, but only for small quantity.

If you try to grind full family batter in medium jar:

• grinding becomes uneven
• motor heats up
• texture becomes rough

So medium jar is only for occasional use.

Can You Use Small Jar for Batter?

No.

Small jar is only for chutney and paste.

Using small jar for batter can:

• damage the jar
• overload the motor
• give very poor results

Best Blade for Batter Grinding

For batter you need:

• strong flat blade
• wide movement
• steady grinding

Wet jar blade is designed exactly for this.

Dry jar blades are not suitable.

You can also read my comparison of wet jar vs dry jar in mixer grinder to understand their different uses.

Tips to Get Perfect Batter in Mixer Grinder

From my experience, these tips really help:

1. Soak rice and dal properly
2. Add water slowly while grinding
3. Don’t overload jar
4. Grind in batches if needed
5. Let mixer rest between cycles

This gives:

• smooth batter
• fluffy idli
• crispy dosa

For safe kitchen appliance usage, you can refer to guidelines from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

Common Mistakes People Make

Very common mistakes:

1.Using dry jar for batter
2.Filling jar completely
3.Not soaking ingredients properly
4.Running mixer continuously without break

These can damage both:

• batter quality
• mixer motor

Is Mixer Grinder Good for Batter or Wet Grinder Better?

Mixer grinder is:
1.fast
2.convenient
3.easy to clean

Wet grinder is:
1.better for very large quantity
2.gives slightly softer batter

For most homes, mixer grinder is enough.

Frequently Asked Questions