Leafy Idly

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About Leafy Idly

Leafy Idly is a delightful twist on the classic South Indian breakfast, thoughtfully crafted for parents who strive to sneak more green veggies into their children’s meals. With a blend of semolina, rice flour, and whole wheat flour, this recipe offers a wholesome base enriched with the goodness of leafy greens.
Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these fluffy idlies are not only healthy but also incredibly appetizing for little ones. If you’re looking for a creative way to nourish your family while keeping the flavors kid-friendly, this leafy idly recipe is sure to be a hit at your table.
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Recipe Time & More

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Recipe TasteSalty
Calories 184 kcal
Servings 2

Ingredients
 

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Instructions
 

  • Make a paste with coriander leaves and green chillies.
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  • Take a mixing bowl add semolina, rice flour, wheat flour, green paste and salt. Mix all together and make a thick consistency.
    Leafy Idly - Plattershare - Recipes, food stories and food lovers
  • Then give oil brush on the moul and pour the thick batter.
    Leafy Idly - Plattershare - Recipes, food stories and food lovers
  • Steam for 10 minutes then rest for another 5 minutes. Serve with sambhar and chutney.
    Leafy Idly - Plattershare - Recipes, food stories and food lovers

Recipe Notes

https://youtu.be/zSXc21s8Wuc
Click this link to watch the recipe on my YouTube channel nanan swade geeta.

Additional Tips

  • For extra flavor and nutrition, blend a mix of spinach, fenugreek leaves, and coriander into the paste; you can also add grated carrots or finely chopped bell peppers for a colorful twist that appeals to kids.
  • To make the idlies softer, allow the batter to rest for at least 20-30 minutes before steaming; this helps the semolina absorb moisture and results in fluffier idlies.
  • If you’re preparing the idlies ahead of time, store them in an airtight container and gently steam them for 2-3 minutes before serving to restore their softness.
  • Serve the leafy idlies with a mild coconut chutney or sweetened yogurt to balance the salty taste and make them more appealing to picky eaters.
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4.75 from 4 votes

Recipe Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.6g | Sodium: 1710mg | Fiber: 2g

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Are you missing old, traditional recipes? I, Geeta Biswas would love to share all those different tasty and traditional recipes. Most of my recipes are simple and very creative as I try to add twist and easy steps to prepare each and every recipe.

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