Instant Oats Rava Idli Recipe
Embrace the delightful world of South Indian cuisine with this nutritious and quick-to-make Instant Oats Rava Idli recipe. This dish not only satisfies your breakfast cravings but also fits perfectly into a diabetic-friendly diet, ensuring that you can enjoy delicious flavors without compromising your health. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and an exquisite blend of spices, these idlis are ideal for a cozy family dinner or a simple yet satisfying breakfast.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Instant Oats (Oatmeal) | 1½ cups |
| Sooji (Semolina/Rava) | ½ cup |
| Curd (Dahi/Yogurt) | 1 cup |
| Carrot (Gajjar) – grated | 1 |
| Coriander (Dhania) Leaves | A bunch |
| Enos Fruit Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Salt | To taste |
| Sunflower Oil | 1 teaspoon |
| Mustard Seeds | ½ teaspoon |
| Curry Leaves – finely chopped | 1 sprig |
| Asafoetida (Hing) | ¼ teaspoon |
| Green Chillies – finely chopped | 2 |
| Chana Dal (Bengal Gram Dal) | 1 tablespoon |
| Cashew Nuts – broken | 1 tablespoon |
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 150 |
| Protein | 6g |
| Carbohydrates | 25g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g |
| Sugars | 2g |
| Fat | 5g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
Preparation Time
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 0 minutes |
| Cook Time | 30 minutes |
| Total Time | 30 minutes |
| Servings | 4 servings |
Instructions
To begin creating your Instant Oats Rava Idli, we first need to prepare the tempering or tadka, which infuses the dish with a wealth of flavors. Start by heating sunflower oil in a skillet over medium heat. As the oil warms, carefully add the mustard seeds, and watch as they begin to splutter. At this stage, introduce the chana dal, allowing it to roast until it turns a beautiful golden brown. This golden hue indicates that the dal has reached the perfect level of doneness. Once achieved, add the finely chopped green chilies, curry leaves, and asafoetida, sautéing the mixture for just a few seconds until the aromas meld beautifully. Afterward, turn off the flame and set this fragrant tempering aside to cool.
Next, take another pan and place it over medium heat. In this pan, dry roast the instant oats until they release a delightful roasted aroma and begin to change color slightly. Once you achieve this, remove the oats from the heat, allow them to cool, and then blend them into a fine powder. Set this oat flour aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the freshly prepared oat powder with the roasted semolina (sooji), the cooling seasoning mixture, grated carrot, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring that the ingredients are well incorporated.
Gradually add the curd (yogurt) and salt, along with a little water at a time, until you achieve a thick batter. The final consistency should be slightly looser than a traditional idli batter. Once mixed, let the batter rest for about 10-15 minutes; during this time, you’ll notice the batter thickening as it absorbs moisture.
After the resting period, gently fold in the Enos fruit salt, mixing it well into the batter.
Now it’s time to cook! Preheat your idli steamer and fill it with water. While it heats, grease your idli plates lightly with oil to prevent sticking. Pour the batter into each cavity of the idli plates, ensuring they are filled but not overflowing. Carefully place the filled idli plates into the steamer, cover it, and steam the idlis for about 10-15 minutes or until they are cooked through and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Once done, remove the idli plates from the steamer and allow them to cool slightly before gently extracting the idlis. Serve your Instant Oats Rava Idli hot, accompanied by tangy Tomato Onion Chutney or comforting Vengayam Sambar for a truly delightful dining experience that is both healthy and indulgent.
Enjoy the light, fluffy goodness of these idlis as you nourish your body and delight your taste buds!
