Instant Moong Dal Idli Without Rice | मूँग दाल की इडली Healthy Breakfast/Dinner Idea | Idli Recipe

yogurt

🥗Healthier: plant-based yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Plant-based yogurt reduces dairy while maintaining moisture.

moong dal

🥗Healthier: split yellow lentils

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Chickpeas are often less expensive and provide protein.

Soak moong dal in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked dal, then blend it with water until smooth.

Add salt, ginger, green chilies, and yogurt to the batter; mix well.

Let the batter ferment in a warm place for 8-12 hours until it rises.

Grease idli molds with oil to prevent sticking.

Pour the fermented batter into the idli molds, filling them halfway.

Steam the idlis in a steamer for 10-12 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Remove the idlis from the molds and let them cool slightly.

In a small pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida until fragrant.

Pour the tempering over the idlis for added flavor.

Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

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