Oats Idli with Coconut chutney

Idli with coconut chutney is a staple breakfast at my place. Idlis and dosas were a part of my childhood. My mom used to grind the soaked urad dal and rice and let it ferment overnight for amazingly delicious steaming hot idlis and dosa for the next day breakfast. We loved this along with my mom's special coconut chutney or sambhar.
 Nowadays lots and lots of different varieties of idlis and dosas are made worldwide. One of them is made by using oats. This does not require fermentation and can be made instantly. Even on a busy day, just temper the ingredients and steam this to perfection. A deliciously protein-rich, nutritious breakfast is ready within half an hour.

In India, we used to buy the idli- dosa batter often as it was readily available in the market.After coming to the US, I started making regularly the idli batter at home. When I do not have a stock of the homemade idli batter, this instant oats idli is a standby. I have paired oats idli with my mom's special coconut chutney. Though many varieties of chutney recipes are available online, I prefer this coconut chutney.
This month's MFB challenge is to prepare any breakfast item and here is the new healthy recipe which is very nutritious and will be like by all.

I have been preparing oats idli for so long and this recipe is a fail-proof. If you are trying to include oats in your daily diet, then this is a perfect option to try. low in carbs and a healthy breakfast is made using oats and grated carrots. Oats are rich in minerals, proteins and vitamins do not compromise on taste. Try this highly nutritive dish and let me know.

Ingredients:

1. Oats- 1 Cup
2. Semolina- 1/2 Cup
3. Grated Carrot- 1/2 Cup
4. Grated Ginger- 2 tbsp
5. Oil- 1 tbsp
6. Mustard Seeds- 1 tsp
7. Urad Dal- 1 tbsp
8. Chana Dal- 1 tbsp
9. Coriander Leaves- few (optional)
10. Curd- 1 Cup
11. water- 1/4 Cup
12. Salt- as required
13. Baking Soda- 1 Tsp

Method:

1. Grind the oats to powder and keep this aside.
2. Heat oil, splutter mustard seeds. Drop the urad dal, chana dal, grated carrots, grated ginger and coriander leaves.
3. Roast for about 2 minutes on a low flame. Add the semolina and powdered oats. Fry for some time till it turns lightly golden in color. Switch off the flame.
4. Drop these in a mixing bowl and when it cools down, add the curd, required amount of water and mix well till it resembles a batter consistency.
5. Before pouring in the idli molds add the baking soda, mix and pour a spoonful of batter into each mold and steam for about 15- 20 minutes or till done. Enjoy the steaming hot idli breakfast.

Coconut Chutney

Ingredients:

1. Grated Coconut- 1 Cup
2. Ginger- 1 small piece
3. Green Chillis- 2 nos
4. Tamarind- 1/2 tsp/ a small piece
5. Salt- as required
6. Oil- 1 tbsp
7. Mustard Seeds- 1 tsp
8. Urad Dal- 1 tbsp
9. Curry Leaves- few

Method:

1. Grind the coconut, ginger, green chilies, tamarind and salt to a fine paste by adding little water.
2. For tempering, heat oil, splutter mustard seeds. Add the urad dal and curry leaves. Switch off the flame and enjoy with the above-made idlis.

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Rava Idli

Studies find that what you eat for breakfast influences what you eat the rest of the day. So it’s key to choose energy enhancing healthy foods.

This instant Rava idli is so simple, easy and a healthy breakfast, which can be made within minutes. In my house, everybody likes different varieties of idlis. This Rava idli is made on a Sunday morning in my house so that everyone can enjoy a healthy and delicious breakfast.This doesn’t require any fermentation.

Rava idli is made using roasted semolina which is mixed with vegetables, curd, baking soda/ eno salt, seasoned with a perfect amount of spices and made into a pouring consistency by adding enough amount of water. It is then steamed in idli molds till perfection and served along with your choice of chutneys.

This is a perfect, filling and a quick breakfast, which will be liked by all and which doesn’t require any soaking, grinding or fermenting. Adding tempering is optional, but it enhances the flavors. Try this out and let me know.

Ingredients:

1. Sooji Rava/ Semolina- 2 Cups
2. Curd- 1 Cup
3. Green Chillies- 3 nos
4. Ginger- 1 tbsp
5. Chana Dal- 1 tbsp
6. Urad Dal- 1 tbsp
7. Curry Leaves- few
8. Turmeric Powder- 1 Tsp
9. Baking Soda- 1 Tsp
10. Salt- as required
11. Asafoetida- a pinch
12. Grated Carrot- ¼ Cup
13. Oil- 1tbsp
14. Mustard Seeds- 1 tbsp
15. Roasted Cashewnuts- few
16. Water- as required

Method:

1. Heat oil, Splutter mustard seeds. Add the chana dal, urad dal, turmeric powder, red chili powder and curry leaves.
2. Add the semolina and roast till the raw smell disappears and the semolina turns slight golden color.
3. Switch off the flame and transfer the semolina in a mixing bowl. Add the chopped green chilies and ginger.
4. Once when it cools down, add the thick curd and mix well. The semolina absorbs the moisture. Add water little by little till it forms a thick batter. Let it rest for some time.
5. Meanwhile, place the steamer overheat. Grease the idli molds with oil and place a roasted cashew in each mold. Add the baking soda or eno salt in the batter. Give it a nice stir.
6. Pour into the greased molds and steam for about 10- 15 minutes. Switch off the flame and serve hot rava idlis along with coconut chutney.

Rava and sesame seeds Laddoo

Rava and sesame seeds laddoo is a quick dessert which can be prepared within no time. Usually, we will be preparing either only Rava laddoo or on sesame laddoo, but a combination of these two is something to try out. A perfect combination, which will be liked by all.

Here I have added ghee to bind the laddoos as I want to store them. You can add little ghee and little milk to bind, but if milk is added it should be consumed within a day. You can increase or decrease the amount of ghee or sugar as you like. It all depends on upon your tastes and preferences.

This is one of the easiest sweets which can be within less time. This can be stored in airtight containers and in refrigerators it will stay fresh for a long time.

Ingredients:

1. Rava/ Semolina- 2 Cups
2. Sesame seeds- ½ Cup
3. Powdered Sugar- ¾ Cup
4. Cardamom powder- 1 tsp
5. Ghee/ Clarified Butter-½  Cup
6. Nuts- few

Method:

1. Roast the semolina till light brown and keep this aside to cool.
2. In the same pan roast the sesame seeds till it gets crispy and keep this aside.
3. Melt clarified butter and keep this aside.
4. Fry nuts in 1 tbsp of ghee.
5. Grind the cooled semolina to a fine powder and drop this in a bowl. Grind the roasted sesame seeds to fine powder and drop this into the same bowl along with powdered semolina.
6. Add the powdered sugar, fried nuts, cardamom powder and required amount of ghee in the bowl and mix well with hands.
7. Pour the ghee little by little and mix . Take small portions and roll them into balls. Store these in airtight jars and enjoy when needed.