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Barley Idlis Recipe

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Barley Idlis
Idli… the first dish that comes to our mind when we think of south india! i have modified this traditional snack to make it healthier by adding barley. Chopped vegetables add flavour, colour and more nutrition to this dish. Serve hot with sambhar.
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Prep Time 195 minutes
Cook Time 252 minutes
Servings
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Prep Time 195 minutes
Cook Time 252 minutes
Servings
MetricUS Imperial
Votes: 3
Rating: 2.67
You:
Rate this recipe!
Instructions
  1. Wash and soak the rice, urad dal and fenugreek seeds in lukewarm water for 2 to 3 hours. Drain and keep aside.
  2. Wash and soak the barley separately in lukewarm water for 2 to 3 hours. Drain and keep 1 tbsp barley aside.
  3. Drain the rice, urad dal and fenugreek seeds and grind along with the remaining barley in a mixer to a smooth paste.
  4. Cover and keep aside for 3 to 4 hours to ferment.
  5. Add the salt and mix gently.
  6. Apply a little water on the idli moulds and put spoonfuls of the batter into them.
  7. Sprinkle a little barley and 2 tsp of vegetables over each idli and steam in a steamer for 20 minutes.
  8. Unmould the idlis when slightly cool and serve immediately.