How to make Idli & Dosa

urad dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and cheaper while providing a similar texture.

coconut

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: dried coconut flakes

Dried coconut flakes are less expensive and can be rehydrated.

Pour the batter into the idly maker, which has four layers.

Place the idly maker into a steamer that has water below it.

Close the steamer and leave it for about 5 to 10 minutes.

After 5 to 7 minutes, check if the idly is cooked by pricking it with a stick; if it comes out clean, the idly is ready.

Scoop the idly out with a spoon onto a serving plate.

To make dosa, grease some oil in a pan.

Take one scoop of batter and pour it into the pan.

Take a second scoop and spread it across to make a pancake.

Cook one side until it starts to leave the pan, then turn it over to cook the other side.

Once the other side is done and has a light golden color, remove it from the pan and place it into a serving dish.

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