Moong Dal Palak Idli is a steamed savory cake; which is prepared with, moong dal, yogurt, and spinach. This is a protein rich, light and a healthy dish. It includes yellow lentils, and spinach.
What is Moong Dal Palak Idli?
Moong Dal Palak Idli is a steamed savory cake; which is prepared with, moong dal, yogurt, and spinach. This is a protein rich, light and a healthy dish. It includes yellow lentils, and spinach.
Moong Dal Palak Idli is a quick dish, which is ready in no time, and is fully able to satisfy your taste buds. They are really beautiful and appetizing, as moong dal and palak complement each other in terms of flavor and color. This is perfect for a breakfast.
Do you like Indian lentil recipes? If yes, then you might also like to check out this delicious Dal Sunheri.
Let’s learn to make Moong Dal Palak Idli in easy to understand quick steps.
Add everything to a mixing bowl and mix everything well. Add water if needed to make smooth batter.
Add baking soda to the idli batter, and mix gently until it becomes fluffy.
Cover the bowl, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Grease the microwave-safe idli moulds and keep aside.
Add the water in the microwave safe idli steamer and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
Add 2 tbsp of the batter into 4 greased idli moulds and microwave on high for 4 minutes.
Repeat this process with the remaining batter to make rest of the idlis.
Serve hot with coriander chutney. Enjoy!
Recipe Card
Moong Dal Palak Idli [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 17 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Breakfast | Indian | 4 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 128 calories | 1 Idli |
INGREDIENTS
For Moong Dal Palak Idli //
- 1 cup plain yogurt (dhai)
- Salt as per taste
- 1/2 teaspoon eno fruit salt, or baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- oil for brushing moulds
- 2 cups split yellow gram, soaked overnight, drained & grounded into a smooth paste
- 3/4 cup rice flour
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup blanched and chopped spinach
- 1 small green chili, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon oil for greasing
- Water, if needed
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Moong Dal Palak Idli //
- Add everything to a mixing bowl and mix everything well. Add water if needed to make a smooth batter.
- Cover the bowl, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Add Eno fruit salt/baking soda, and lemon juice to the idli batter, and mix gently until it becomes fluffy.
- Grease the microwave-safe idli moulds and keep aside.
- Add the water to the microwave-safe idli steamer and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Add 2 tablespoons of the batter into 4 greased idli moulds and microwave on high heat for 4 minutes.
- Repeat this process with the remaining batter to make the rest of the idlis.
- Serve hot idlis with coriander coconut chutney, and sambar. Enjoy!
NOTES:
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Author: Anupama
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