Looking for a high-protein and low-calorie breakfast? Millet idli is rich in protein and fibre, which helps keep you full for longer. Tap to read the high-protein millet idli recipe for weight loss.
Ingredients
1-2 cups of foxtail millet flour, half a cup of idli rice, half a teaspoon of channa dal, urad dal, one-fourth teaspoon of fenugreek seeds, two tablespoons of oil, 2-3 chopped chillies, one-fourth teaspoon of turmeric powder, a pinch of hing, one teaspoon of cumin powder, one cup of curd, and 7-8 curry leaves.
Soak ingredients
Soak millet, rice, chana dal, urad dal and fenugreek seeds for atleast 4-6 hours. Drain the excess water and keep it aside.
Prepare batter
Take a mixer and add soaked ingredients, curd and water. Grind it well and keep the batter aside for 20-30 minutes. Add half a teaspoon of ENO for fermentation.
Prepare to temper
Heat oil in a pan and add chopped chillies, hing, ginger and curry leaves. Cook until it starts to sputter.
Cook idli
Add prepared tempering to the batter and pour the batter into greased moulds. Steam the idli for 15-20 minutes .
Serve
Let the steam evaporate and serve the idli warm with coconut chutney and sambhar. You can also pair it with mint chutney.
Information credits
This information is taken from the chef Sanjeev Kapoor's official YouTube channel, Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana.