Quick Recipe for Idli Poha

Poha, also known as flattened rice, adds a unique texture and flavor to the idlis. Here's a simple recipe for making poha idli.

Ingredients:
– 1 cup idli rice
– 1/2 cup thick poha (flattened rice)
– 1/2 cup urad dal (split black gram dal)
– 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi seeds)
– Salt to taste
– Water, as needed

For seasoning:
– 1 tablespoon oil
– 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
– 1 teaspoon split urad dal (optional)
– 1 teaspoon chana dal (optional)
– 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
– 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
– 8-10 curry leaves, chopped
– A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

Instructions:

Step 1. Preparation:
– Rinse the idli rice and urad dal separately
– Rinse the poha in water just before making the idli. Drain excess water and set it aside.

Step 2. Grinding:
– Drain the water from the soaked urad dal and rice. In a blender or wet grinder, grind the urad dal with fenugreek seeds until it becomes a smooth and fluffy batter.
– Next, grind the soaked idli rice to a smooth batter consistency. You can add a little water as needed. Once done, mix it with the urad dal batter.

Step 3. Fermentation:
– Combine both the batters together in the mixing bowl. Add salt to taste and mix well.
– Cover the bowl with a lid or cloth and allow the batter to ferment in a warm place for about 8-10 hours or overnight. The batter should double in volume and become slightly fluffy.

Step 4. Tempering:
– Heat oil Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
– Add split urad dal, chana dal (if using), chopped ginger, green chilies, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing).

Step 5. Making Poha Idli:
– After fermentation, gently mix the tempering into the fermented idli batter.
– Grease the idli molds with oil or ghee.
– Add a spoonful of the prepared batter into each mold.
– Steam the idlis in a steamer for about 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the idlis comes out clean.
– Once done, allow the idlis to cool for a few minutes.

Step 6. Serving:
– Serve the hot and fluffy poha idlis with coconut chutney, sambar, or any chutney of your choice.
– Enjoy the delicious and nutritious poha idlis as a wholesome breakfast or snack.