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Moong Dal Idli

Moong dal Idli

This high-protein idli is made without a single grain of rice. It uses yellow moong dal as the base, making it a great gluten-free and diabetic-friendly breakfast. Light, fluffy, and filling—ideal for weight loss and clean eating.


Ingredients:

  • 1 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow lentils)

  • 1/2 cup thick poha (flattened rice)

  • 1/2 cup curd (yogurt)

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 finely chopped green chili (optional)

  • Salt to taste

  • 1/2 teaspoon fruit salt or ENO (for fluffiness)

  • Water as needed

  • Oil or ghee to grease the idli moulds


Instructions:

  1. Soak Ingredients:

    • Wash and soak moong dal and poha together for 2 to 3 hours.

  2. Grind the Batter:

    • Drain excess water.

    • Add soaked moong dal and poha to a mixer along with curd, ginger, green chili, and salt.

    • Grind to a smooth, thick batter using minimal water.

  3. Rest the Batter:

    • Transfer to a bowl and let it rest for 15–20 minutes.

  4. Prepare for Steaming:

    • Grease idli moulds with a little oil or ghee.

    • Just before steaming, add fruit salt (ENO) to the batter and mix gently in one direction.

  5. Steam the Idlis:

    • Pour the batter into idli moulds.

    • Steam in an idli steamer or pressure cooker (without the whistle) for 10–12 minutes on medium heat.

  6. Check & Serve:

    • Insert a toothpick to check doneness. If it comes out clean, the idlis are ready.

    • Let them cool for a minute, then de-mould and serve hot.


Serving Suggestions:

  • Serve with coconut chutney, mint chutney, or sambar.

  • These idlis also go well with a side of ghee and podi.


Tips:

  • The batter should be thick, not runny, for best results.

  • Don’t skip the ENO—it helps the idlis become soft and fluffy.

  • Add grated vegetables like carrot or beetroot for extra nutrition.

 

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