Oats Idli

Oats Idli is a healthy twist on the traditional South Indian steamed rice cakes, made with oats and fermented batter for a nutritious breakfast. Fluffy and light, these idlis are perfect for a wholesome start to your day.

Oats Idli
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Indian
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Rolled oats - 1 cup
  • Urad dal (split black gram) - 1/4 cup
  • Fenugreek seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Water - 1 cup (plus more for soaking)
  • Grated carrot - 1/4 cup
  • Chopped coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Green chilies (finely chopped) - 1 teaspoon
  • Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Oil - for greasing the idli molds

Steps

  1. Soak the urad dal and fenugreek seeds together in water for at least 4 hours.
  2. Soak the rolled oats in water for 30 minutes.
  3. Drain the soaked urad dal and fenugreek seeds, and blend them with a little water to a smooth batter.
  4. Drain the soaked oats and blend them with the udad dal batter until combined, adding more water as needed to achieve a smooth consistency.
  5. Transfer the batter to a bowl, add salt, grated carrot, chopped coriander leaves, ginger, and green chilies, and mix well.
  6. Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment for about 8 hours or overnight in a warm place.
  7. Once fermented, stir the batter gently and add baking soda, mixing until well combined.
  8. Grease the idli molds with a little oil, and pour the batter into each mold.
  9. Steam the idlis for about 10-12 minutes in a steamer or pressure cooker (without the weight) until they are cooked through.
  10. Remove the idlis from the molds and serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbs: 25 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 2 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in dietary fiber, promoting good digestion.
  • Low in calories and fat, making it a heart-healthy breakfast option.
  • Contains protein from urad dal, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
  • Packed with vitamins and minerals from added vegetables.

Tags

IndianHealthyBreakfast