Are you a fan of south Indian simple and light dishes? A lot
of Indoris cannot resist the classic dosa or the modified fusion Chinese idli
in the city. However, due to high rice content, these delicacies are not
diabetic friendly and low in fibre content.
Here is an interesting way to enjoy a healthier, tastier and
better Green Idli this summer. This recipe will help you in braving summers and
staying strong.
Health Benefits
The recipe is rich in B-complex vitamins and moong dal helps
your body break carbohydrates down to glucose, and produce usable energy for
your body. The folic acid present in it also helps maintain healthy brain
function and in the production of DNA.
Giving your body enough nutrition, the recipe has some
amount of vitamin E, C and K.
Further, it is good source of antioxidants, which may reduce
your risk of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes and certain cancer
How to make Green Idli?
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Combine the 1 cup green moong dal, ¼ cup urad
dal and fenugreek seeds in a deep bowl and keep aside to soak in enough water
for 2 hours.
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Drain water and blend the green moong dal, urad
dal and fenugreek seeds in a mixer along with about 1 cup of water till smooth.
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Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl, add the
salt and mix well. Cover with a lid and keep aside to ferment for 4 hours.
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Once fermented, add the ginger-green chilli
paste and coriander and mix well.
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Pour spoonful of the batter into greased idli
moulds and steam in a steamer for 12 minutes.
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Cool slightly and demould.