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Jump to RecipeInstant Ragi Idli is tasty, healthy and easy to make. It is a good option for breakfast, evening snack or dinner. You can serve it for people with diabetics.
The summer is at it's peak, nothing is more soothing than a glass of cold water. One needs to eat simple food that is tasty and nourishing for the body. Idli is ideal during summer. Here is another version of Idli.
Ragi or finger millet is regularly used at home these days. It is gluten free and good source of protein. It is rich in calcium, good carbohydrates and proteins. It helps to control diabetes and blood sugar. It is ideal for weight watchers. It helps in controlling anxiety and depression.
Moreover, it is ideal food for summer. It has cooling properties which helps the body to combat stress. A few other idli recipes that I have shared earlier :Chennai Idli, Sago Idli,
I had earlier shared the fermented version of ragi idli. But, I find this to be more simple and handy. One hardly require ten minutes for all the preparation, keep it aside for half an hour and later put it in the mould and steam.
A few pointers before I proceed to the recipe. Curds or yoghurt must be sour. Addition of veggies is optional, you can make without it. Once the baking soda is added, immediately put it in the moulds and keep it to steam.
Ragi Flour : Always use fresh flour. The best way to keep a track of all the groceries is to bring them in a required quantity. For a family of four, one kilogram of ragi atta is sufficient. There is no need to buy two kilograms and keep as a reserve for the future. We tend to use different ingredients on a rotational basis.
Semolina : The semolina used here is bombay rawa.
Sour curd ; The curd should be sour but should not have a foul smell. It
Vegetables ; Vegetables used here are onion, carrot, green chilli and coriander. You may use green peas and capsicum. Using of onion is optional.
Baking Soda : As the idli is an instant version, baking soda is essential. You can use eno instead.
Water : It is needed to bring in the desired consistency. You also need water for steaming.
Seasoning : All the ingredients of seasoning are needed. You may add a few curry leaves. Cashews give a good taste.
Instant Ragi Idli
Ingredients
Method
- Take a wide bowl, add ragi flour and semolina to it. Put salt and curd to it. Mix it well, keep the batter aside for half an hour.
- Chop the onion finely and grate the carrot.
- Make seasoning, take oil in a small pan, add mustard seeds, as it crackles, put cumin, cashew pieces, broken chilli, a few curry leaves, pour it over the batter.Add veggies and chopped coriander. Adjust the consistency by adding some water.
- Put water in the idli pan and heat in on a low flame.Meanwhile, put the soda powder to the batter, mix it and put it to the moulds.
- Steam it for fifteen minutes on moderate flame., then on low heat for five to ten minutes. Check if it is done. Switch off. Unmould after sometime.Serve with coconut chutney.
Notes
- Sour curds is mandatory.
- Addition of veggies is optional.
- Once the baking soda is added, immediately put it in moulds and steam it.
- Eno may be used instead of baking soda.
- Serve hot.
This post is part of the Healthy Wellthy Cuisines with the theme "Steamed Dishes", do check out the other recipes by co-bloggers:
- Instant Mung Bean Sprouts Dhokla
- Ammini Kozhukattai / Seasoned Steamed Rice Flour Balls
- Instant Khaman Dhokla
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Ragi Idllis are very nutritious and delicious too. Your idlis look so perfect soft, and spongy!! Very nice and easy recipe.
Thankyou Swaty.
Ragi idlis with veggies make a healthy and filling brekky. Your idlis look so soft and spongy !
Thankyou Poonam
Can dis be made w/o using soda??
Thankyou for visiting my space. This is an instant version, hence soda is necessary. Here is another kind of ragi idli, without soda but you need to ferment it.https://evergreendishes.com/2015/12/31/ragi-idli-finger-millet-idli/
Looks so perfect and delicious! I love adding ragi flour in my dishes too; dosa, idlis or even dhokla! Awesome share dear <3
Ragi is my favorite grain and I loved the idea to make idlis out of it. The best breakfast idea to begin your day with.
Lovely pictures of an amazing idli! I love this idli a lot and try making it often.
Never knew you could make ragi idlis too. I will have to give it a try the next time I buy ragi flour. Lovely idea.
Love these tasty, healthy and easy to make idli using RAgi millet ! Perfect breakfast option for the busy mornings and even for snack too.
I recently made Ragi Dosa using the grinding method. Your Instant Ragi Idli sounds delicious and quick
These Idlies look so good Jayashree and the best part is the instant for that morning rush. The recipe will be so valuable for those crazy morning, especially for my husband.
Love ragi idli and make them sometimes. However, I make them plain. Like your recipe as you’ve added carrot, onions and the seasoning. Must be so tasty. Got to try your version.