I substituted idli rice with white quinoa and the result is a healthy and nutritious breakfast option dish that pairs great with hot sambar and chutney. Spongy quinoa idli is a balanced breakfast dish with just the right amount of spice and flavor. I agree to be sent email.
The fluffy texture of soft idlis complement the spicy note from sambar to deliver a great taste that will leave you craving for more. Adding quinoa as the main ingredient brings a balanced protein content to this traditional dish. I am excited to add this to my long list of fan-favorite quinoa recipes like quinoa dosa and quinoa soup. In this quinoa idli recipe, I plan to show you how easy it is to prepare them. If you are trying quinoa for the first time, check out my other quinoa recipes here.
Ingredients:
Quinoa (any variety) Urad dal (whole or split black gram) Poha (flattened rice) Fenugreek seeds Salt to taste
Instructions
After the smooth batter ferments, add salt to taste and mix well. Add a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds to the bowl. Soak them in a bowl for at least 6 hours. Or place the inner pot inside the instant pot and use the yogurt button to ferment for 10 hours.
Steaming Idlis
Insert a toothpick into an idli. If it comes out clean, the idlis are done. If not, steam for a few more minutes. Fill the idli steamer or a large pot with just enough water (2-3 cups) and bring it to a boil. Take out the idli molds from the steamer and let them cool for a few minutes. Use a spoon to remove the idlis from the molds, and serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar. Repeat the procedure for the remaining batter. Enjoy your healthy and delicious quinoa idlis!
How To Steam The Idlis In an Instant Pot?
To cook the idlis in an Instant Pot, fill the inner pot with 1 cup of water. Place the idli stand in the instant pot and close the lid. Set it to the Steam mode and in the venting position and let it steam for 12 -15 minutes. After 15 minutes of steaming, remove the idli stand from the instant pot and let it cool. Then remove the idli from the mold.
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