Written By: Khyati Rupani | Updated : October 20, 2017 11:53 AM IST
Ragi is packed with fibres which ensure fullness and gives a feeling of satiety. It is a good source of calcium and potassium. Ragi idli is not just nutritious but also delicious. To make this dish healthier, tastier and wholesome, adding vegetables such as green peas, carrot, and French beans makes it yet more perfect. Chutney is an excellent side dish with Idli. Its main ingredient Mint is very popular especially in the use of chutneys contains plenty of vitamins. Sambar is a rich source of proteins and nutrients. Mint chutney and sambar is a perfect combination with Idli. Here's why eating idli is a healthy idea!
Ragi Idli
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Mint coriander chutney
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Sambar
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1. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a pressure cooker. Once the oil is hot fry 3 teaspoons coriander seeds, teaspoon black peppercorns, teaspoon methi seeds, 1 tablespoon channa dal, 4-6 dried red chillies (optional). Fry till golden brown. Now add cup toor dal and saute for 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes. Reserve the oil in the same cooker.
2. Once cooled down, grind the fried ingredients into a thick paste. Add just enough water to make a paste.
3. Now heat the reserved oil again the same cooker. temper with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Add shallots, chopped tomatoes and chopped bell peppers. Saute for 2 minutes. Add turmeric powder and saute well. Add the tamarind extract and mix well.
4. Add the ground masala and mix thoroughly. Add 2 cups water and required salt. Mix well and close the cooker. pressure cook for 10 minutes or up to 4 whistles. Once the pressure is released check the consistency of sambar. If it is too thick for your liking add -1/2 cup water and bring to a boil. Add cilantro leaves and serve sambar.
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