By: Vaishali Kapila
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Idlis make for a light yet wholesome breakfast option. Take a break from regular idlis and try this high-protein chana dal idli next time. Here's an easy recipe to make it.
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1/2 cup chana dal, 1/2 cup rice, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp fruit salt, black pepper, 2 red chillies, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 3-4 curry leaves, 2 tsp oil.
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Soak chana dal and rice in water in separate bowls for 4-5 hours. Grind them together with water to make a smooth batter.
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Leave it to ferment overnight in a covered bowl. The next morning, add salt, ginger, black pepper powder, and fruit salt. Mix well.
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Meanwhile, brush some oil on the idli pan. Pour the batter into the idli plates and steam for about 10-15 minutes.
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For the tempering, heat ghee in a small pan and add mustard seeds, curry leaves, whole red chillies, and chana dal. Fry well.
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Once done, pour the prepared tempering over the idlis. Serve hot with piping hot sambar or coconut chutney.
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