Moong Dal Idli: Protein-Rich Recipe For Breakfast Or Brunch

By Krati Purwar

November 20, 2024

This winter, if you are looking for protein-rich breakfast options, try the recipe for moong dal idli. It is a nutritious twist to the South Indian staple and can be served to guests without hassle.

Ingredients

½ tsp chana, urad dal 1 cup moong dal ¼ tsp turmeric powder 2 tbsp oil 1-inch ginger 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 cup rava A pinch of hing 1 tsp cumin, fruit salt 1 cup curd Salt to taste 1-inch ginger 7-8 curry leaves

Step 1

Soak moong dal for 4-6 hours and grind it into a smooth paste. 

Step 2

Combine it with crud, rava, and water. Keep the batter aside for 20 minutes.

Step 3

Prepare the tempering using chopped chillies, hing, ginger, mustard seeds, chana dal, urad dal, and curry leaves.

Step 4

Temper the batter and mix it nicely. Add fruit salt to it.

Step 5

Grease the idli pan and pour batter into the moulds.

Step 6

After steaming idlis for 15-20 minutes, serve them hot with chutneys and sambar.