Vegetable Idly

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and soak the rice and urad dal separately in water for at least 4-6 hours.

2. 2

   Soak the fenugreek seeds along with the urad dal.

3. 3

   Drain the water from the soaked rice and urad dal.

4. 4

   Grind the urad dal and fenugreek seeds into a smooth batter, adding water as needed.

5. 5

   Grind the rice into a slightly coarse batter, adding water as needed.

6. 6

   Mix both batters together in a large bowl and add salt to taste.

7. 7

   Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment overnight or for 8-10 hours in a warm place.

8. 8

   Once fermented, stir the batter gently and add the mixed vegetables.

9. 9

   Grease the idly molds and pour the batter into each mold.

10. 10

    Steam the idlies in an idly steamer or pressure cooker (without the whistle) for about 10-12 minutes.

11. 11

    Check if the idlies are done by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.

12. 12

    Remove the idlies from the molds and serve hot with chutney and sambar.