Moong Dal Idli Recipe

Moong Dal Idli Recipe Ingredients

What Ingredients do I Need for Moong Dal Idli?

• 1 cup Moong dal ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tbsp Wheat, Semolina ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tsp Ghee ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tbsp Onion, Small ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tbsp Carrot, Red ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves ( fresh ) - default
• 1 tbsp Tomato, Ripe, Local ( fresh ) - default

Instructions: How to Make Moong Dal Idli

• Soak & Grind Batter

  Soak 1 cup of yellow moong dal (and optionally 1-2 tbsp of rice/rava for texture) for 4-6 hours. Drain the water and grind the soaked dal with a little fresh water, ginger, green chili, and a pinch of turmeric into a smooth, thick batter, similar to traditional idli batter.

• Adjust Consistency & Season

  Transfer the batter to a bowl. Mix in salt to taste, and optionally, finely chopped carrots, coriander, and curry leaves. If the batter is too thick, add a splash of water; it should be thick but pourable.

• Leaven & Steam

  Just before steaming, stir in 1/2 tsp of fruit salt (Eno) or baking soda mixed with a teaspoon of water. Quickly mix until frothy. Immediately pour the batter into oiled idli molds.

• Cook & Serve

  Place the idli stand in a steamer (or pressure cooker without the whistle). Steam for 10-15 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Rest for a minute, then demold and serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.

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