5 Diabetes-Friendly Idlis For Breakfast 

By Sushmita Sengupta

According to a study, by 2030, 98 million Indians may develop diabetes. Diabetes has no cure, but it can be managed with a healthy, high-fibre diet. Some idli recipes you can try. 

Ragi Idli 

The magic millet is packed with fibres, antioxidants and nutrients that keeps your blood sugar fluctuations in control. Pair with sambar or chutney. 

Moong Dal Idli 

Moong dal is used in cooking a variety of Indian dishes. With Glycemic Index of 38, the versatile dal can also be used to whip up a diabetes-friendly idli batter. 

Oats Idli 

Oats are a beloved superfood for a reason. It is dense in both fibre and protein. You can also add veggies like carrots and peas to the idli batter. 

Jowar Idli 

We love millets in our idli, and here’s another proof. Jowar is another millet with a decent dose of fibres and antioxidants that may prevent blood sugar spike  

Egg Idli 

The American Diabetes Foundation dubs eggs as a sort of a diabetes superfood. his recipe is basically just eggs cooked in an idli pan and then tossed with masala.