How to Use Philips OneChef®
How to Use Philips OneChef® is a easy Indian recipe that serves 4. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by Smart Cooking by Philips on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 35 min
Cost: $3.02 total, $0.76 per serving
Ingredients
- 500 g Idli Batter (store‑bought or homemade, fermented overnight)
- 300 ml Water (for generating steam in the pot)
- 1 tsp Salt (optional, enhances flavor)
Instructions
Wipe the Cooking Chamber
Use a clean damp cloth to wipe the interior of the One Chef cooking chamber, removing any dust or residue.
Time: PT2M
Place the Appliance on a Stable Surface
Set the Philips One Chef on a flat, heat‑resistant surface with enough clearance around it for air flow.
Time: PT2M
Insert the Cooking Pot and Steaming Basket
Slide the main cooking pot into the appliance, then place the steaming basket inside the pot. Position the idli plate on the basket’s rack.
Time: PT3M
Add Water and Prepare the Idli Batter
Pour 300 ml of water into the pot, then spoon the idli batter into the idli plate cavities, sprinkling a pinch of salt over each if desired.
Time: PT3M
Select the Steam Preset
Close the glass lid, press the temperature button, use the arrow keys to select the STEAM mode, then choose the preset for 15 minutes. Press START.
Time: PT1M
Temperature: 100°C
Steam the Idlis
Allow the appliance to steam the idlis for the set time. The glass lid will stay closed and the interior will be hot.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 100°C
Release Steam and Remove Idlis
When the program ends, the appliance switches to KEEP WARM. Carefully lift the glass lid away from you to let the steam escape, then use the handles to remove the steaming basket.
Time: PT2M
Serve
Slide the idlis out of the plate, serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.
Time: PT2M
Clean Up
Turn off and unplug the appliance, let it cool, then wash the cooking pot, steaming basket, idli plate, and glass lid with warm soapy water.
Time: PT10M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 150
- Protein
- 5 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free, Vegan
Last updated: March 20, 2026






