Moong Dal Idli

 Moong Dal Idli 

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Are you looking for a quick and easy breakfast recipe that is both delicious and nutritious? Look no further than instant moong dal idli! This popular South Indian dish is made with split green gram (moong dal) and is a great source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.

*Health Benefits of Moong Dal Idli*-

Moong dal idli is a nutritious breakfast option that offers several health benefits, including:
💪High protein content to keep you full and satisfied
💪Rich in fiber to support healthy digestion
💪Good source of vitamins and minerals like iron, potassium, and magnesium
💪Low in calories and fat, making it an excellent option for weight management
💪Gluten-free and vegan-friendly

This protein-rich, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly breakfast dish is a nutritious twist on traditional idlis. Learn how to make  this instant Moong Dal Idli with our simple recipe, perfect for your busy mornings and healthy eating .Get ready to savor the soft,fluffy protein rich moong dal idli .

Ingredients 

Split Moong dal-1 cup (washed and soak for atleast 1 hour)
Ginger-1 inch piece 
Green chillies -2 nos
Turmeric powder -1/4 Tsp 
Asafoetida-1/4 Tsp 
Salt-3/4 Tsp 
Curd -1/2-3/4 cup
Rava -1/2 cup
Carrot -1/2 cup
Baking soda -1/4 Tsp 
Coriander leaves few
Mustard seeds -1/2 Tsp 
Urad dal-1 Tsp 
Bengal gram dal -1Tsp 
Curry leaves few
Oil-1-2 Tsps 



Recipe Video 


Method 

👉Wash and soak the split moong dal for 1-2 hours.


👉Drain water and transfer the dal to mixie jar.


👉Add ginger, green chillies, turmeric powder and asafoetida and grind everything together to fine paste without adding any water.


👉Transfer it to a mixing bowl add required salt whisk well.


👉Add curd mix well.


👉Add rava mix well.



👉Heat oil in a tadka pan add mustard seeds, urad dal, Bengal gram dal, curry leaves and allow it to splutter. Add this tempering to the batter and mix well.


👉Add grated carrots mix well.

👉Keep covered for 15-20 minutes.


👉Add coriander leaves and baking soda mix everything well.Adjust the consistency to idli batter consistency by adding little water if needed .

👉Grease the idli plates with oil and place a cashew in each mould.


👉Pour the batter in each mould and place in a idli cooker .


👉Boil enough water in idli cooker.


👉Steam cook for 10-12 minutes until done . To check if done insert a tooth into the idli if it comes out cleans then the Idlis are cooked.
👉Allow the idlis to cook a bit and then remould.


👉Soft and fluffy moong dal idlis ready.Serve hot with chutney and sambar. 



👉Enjoy.




Preparation Time-1 hour for soaking 10 minutes for steaming 
Yields-12-13 idlis depending on size.



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