Shashi Tharoor's Ode To Idli On X Wins Hearts Of South Indian Breakfast Lovers

A X user's complaint on Kerala's breakfast options sparked an interesting debate on internet and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor's defence of idli went viral. Recently, a X user said: "Why does it always have to be idli and dosa, man? Vere breakfast onnu ee naattil ille (Very little breakfast menu)."

One other user shared his opinion: "Dosa? No words, just respect. It's idli that tastes like steamed regret." But Tharoor defended the humble idli in his own style. In a quick retort to the criticism, he posted: "Poor soul has clearly never had a good one. A truly great idli is a cloud, a whisper, a perfect dream of the perfectibility of human civilisation."

 Without leaving the opportunity, the MP turned the debate into an ode to the South Indian cuisine in Tharoorian style. "It's a sublime creation, a delicate, weightless morsel of rice and lentil, steamed to an ethereal fluffiness that melts on the tongue. With the right accompaniments, it is the culinary equivalent of a Beethoven symphony, a Tagore sangeet, a Husain painting, a Tendulkar century. To call such a thing 'regret' is to have no soul, no palate, no appreciation for the finest achievements of South Indian culture. I can only feel pity for you."

He even shared an AI-generated image of himself making idlis. The image caught the attention of netizens and the tweet gained traction, with many foodies applauding Shashi Tharoor for his poetic love towards the South Indian breakfast delight.

A few netizens responded to Tharoor's ode and one of them wrote, "I'm sure every idli is blushing at this accolade. No idli has ever been elevated to this pedestal." One other netizen felt, "I wish idlis could read... they would be so proud and overwhelmed." Another user added: "Even idli didn't know it could be described like this!"

Many netizens echoed Tharoor's feelings and felt steamed idli is soft yet delicious and sumptuous.