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(599)Yellow Moongdal Idli Coins

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup Yellow Moong dal.
  • ½ cup Udad dal.
  • ½ cup Poha.
  • 2 tbsp. Red chilli powder.
  • 1 tsp. Salt.
  • ½ tsp Turmeric powder.
  • 4 tbsp. Oil.
  • ½ tsp. Asafoetida powder.
  • ½ tsp. Soda bi carb.
  • 1 tbsp. Lemon juice.

Method

  1. Wash and soak Moongdal, Udad dal and Poha for 10 hours.
  2. After 10 hours drain the water and grind the dals and poha together into a smooth batter.
  3. Keep this batter for 6-8 hours for fermentation in a dark and warm area.
  4. After 8 hours add all the spices and beat it either with a manual beater or mechanical till it turns fluffy.
  5. Now add soda bi carb and lemon juice. Mix it properly.
  6. Heat oil and add Asafoetida powder in it, pour this hot oil in a batter. Mix batter thoroughly and now the batter is ready for making idli coins.
  7. Grease the small cavity idli plates, pour batter in each cavity and steam it for 15 minutes.
  8. Steam all idli coins in the same manner.
  9. Serve steaming hot idli coins with chutneys and sambar or with chilled tambuli or as you wish. 
  10. Serve with love and smile.
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By Rajeshree Gandhi

Life is a journey of evolving roles, each with its own beauty and wisdom. From the structured world of academia to the ever-evolving realm of homemaking, I have embraced each phase with passion and grace. When my children settled into their own lives, I found myself with a renewed sense of purpose—to document and share the wealth of knowledge I have gathered over the years.

During the lockdown, I realized that my experiences in cooking, home remedies, and life’s simple yet profound lessons could serve as a source of inspiration for others. Meticulously and with great concern for the palate, gut health, overall well-being, and the emotional gratification of savoring each preparation, I began crafting a collection of love-filled, cherished recipes, time-tested remedies, and stories woven with warmth and wisdom.

I write under the name "Rajeshree's Kitchen", where I share detailed recipes—the kind that provide exact measurements for ingredients like salt and water, which are often left to personal interpretation in most other kitchen blogs. Additionally, I include practical tips with clear reasons behind them, ensuring that every piece of advice is rooted in understanding and experience. My aim is to make cooking approachable yet precise, helping readers not just recreate dishes but truly connect with the joy of cooking.

This endeavor is my way of preserving traditions, sharing insights, and connecting with those who seek both knowledge and comfort in life's everyday moments.

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