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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.

Soak urad dal, idli rice, and methi seeds in water for 6-8 hours.

Drain and blend soaked ingredients into a smooth batter, adding water gradually as needed.

Ferment the batter in a warm place for 8-12 hours until bubbly.

Prepare a steamer and grease idli wati with oil.

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

Steam the idlis for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.

Remove idlis from molds and keep warm.

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