Protein-Rich Idli Breakfast - Homestyle Cooking
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Introduction to Protein Breakfast
The video introduces a healthy breakfast made with lentils and rice, emphasizing more lentils and less rice.
Measure Rice and Fenugreek Seeds
Add 1 cup of rice and approximately 1/2 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds to a bowl.
Measure Yellow Moong Dal
Add 2 cups of yellow moong dal to the same bowl.
Measure Urad Dal
Add 1 cup of urad dal to the bowl.
Soak and Wash Lentils and Rice
Soak the mixture for . After soaking, wash the mixture thoroughly 4 to 5 times until the water runs clear.
Transfer to Blender and Grind
Transfer the soaked and washed mixture to a blender. Add water up to the level of the lentils and salt to taste. Blend for less than until a smooth, thick batter is formed. The video shows grinding in two batches.
Transfer and Ferment Batter
Transfer the ground batter to a steel bowl. Ferment the batter in an oven, Instant Pot, or on the kitchen counter if you live in a warm place. Fermentation helps in protein digestion. The batter should be thick for soft and fluffy idlis.
Prepare Idli Plates
Take the idli plates (bought from an Indian store) and grease each mold with oil or ghee to ensure the idlis come out clean.
Fill Idli Molds
Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the fermented batter into each greased idli mold.
Steam Idlis
Place the filled idli plates into an Instant Pot set to mode for , or in a pressure cooker for (without the whistle).
Remove Idlis
After , wait for before opening the lid. Then, carefully remove the idli plates. Wait for another before using a steel spoon dipped in water to gently scoop out the idlis.
Enjoy Soft and Fluffy Idlis
The idlis are now ready to be served. The video shows soft and fluffy idlis, not flat ones.
Before You Cook
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No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
Plan Ahead
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- View Step 5Soak and Wash Lentils and Rice3 hours
Soak the mixture for 3 to 4 hours. After soaking, wash the mixture thoroughly 4 to 5 times until the water runs clear.
- View Step 7Transfer and Ferment Batter
Transfer the ground batter to a steel bowl. Ferment the batter in an oven, Instant Pot, or on the kitchen counter if you live in a warm place. Fermentation helps in protein digestion. The batter should be thick for soft and fluffy idlis.
- View Step 9Fill Idli Molds
Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the fermented batter into each greased idli mold.
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- This recipe uses more lentils
This recipe uses more lentils and less rice for a protein-rich version.
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