Flavored Millet Idli Platter Recipe

About this recipe

Flavored Millet Idli Platter is a wholesome breakfast dish that combines the goodness of millet and yogurt to create soft, fluffy idlis spiced to medium perfection. Served alongside tangy coconut chutney and a hearty vegetable sambar, this dish is rich in fiber, moderate in calories, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for a united family looking to enjoy a light yet satisfying meal, this platter offers a balanced taste profile with the right amount of spice and freshness. The millet ensures a low glycemic index, making it ideal for weight loss goals while delivering enough energy for the day.

Ingredients

• 500 Grms Bajra Atta Millets Atta 500 Grms
• 500 g Suji
• 200 g Dahi
• 1 box Baking Soda
• 100 g Yellow Mustard Seeds
• - Grated Coconut
• 200 g Roasted Chana Dal
• 100 g Tamarind Paste
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• - Chilli Green 100 G
• - Dry Red Chillies
• 100 g Curry Leaves
• 100 g Salt
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. In a bowl, mix millet flour, semolina, salt, and yogurt to form a thick batter. Let it rest for 20 minutes to ferment slightly.
2. 2. Add baking soda to the batter and gently mix. Grease idli molds, pour the batter, and steam for 12-15 minutes until the idlis are fluffy and cooked through.
3. 3. For the chutney, blend grated coconut, green chilies, roasted chana dal, tamarind pulp, and a pinch of salt into a smooth paste using minimal water.
4. 4. Heat oil in a small pan, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies for tempering. Pour over the chutney and mix well.
5. 5. For sambar, heat oil in a pan, sauté chopped mixed vegetables, add turmeric powder and 500ml water, and simmer until veggies are tender.
6. 6. Add tamarind pulp, salt, and adjust spices to taste. Simmer for 5 minutes and finish with a tempering of mustard seeds and curry leaves.
7. 7. Serve the steamed millet idlis with coconut chutney and hot vegetable sambar for a complete platter.