Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss

Name: Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup ragi flour; 1 cup semolina; 1 cup yogurt; 1 cup water; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp oil; 1 tbsp chana dal; 1 tbsp urad dal; 4 clove garlic; 2 unit green chili; 1 unit onion; 1 in ginger; 2 unit tomato; 1 tbsp Kashmiri red chili powder; 2 sprigs coriander stems; 5 sprigs curry leaves; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup grated coconut; 1 tbsp tamarind; 1 tbsp oil; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tbsp chana dal; 1 tbsp urad dal; 1 pinch asafoetida; 5 sprigs curry leaves; 2 unit dry red chili

Whenever it comes to healthy eating, the first thing that comes to my mind is idli. So today I will make ragi idli and chutney. This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. The soft texture of ragi idli paired with flavorful chutney makes it a wholesome and delicious choice for weight loss and healthy living.

Kashmiri red chili powder

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Step 1

Mix ragi flour, semolina, yogurt, and water in a bowl until smooth.

Step 2

Add salt to the mixture, mix again, and cover it. Let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan and add chana dal, urad dal, garlic, green chili, onion, ginger, tomato, Kashmiri red chili powder, coriander stems, curry leaves, and salt.

Step 2

Cook until the tomatoes soften, then add grated coconut and tamarind. Mix well.

Step 3

Let the mixture cool down and set it aside.

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, chana dal, urad dal, asafoetida, curry leaves, and dry red chili.

Step 2

Add the prepared chutney mixture to the tempering and mix well.

Step 1

Grease idli molds and pour the batter into them.

Step 2

Steam the idlis for 15 minutes until they are soft and cooked through.

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Ensure the batter consistency is smooth and not too thick for soft idlis.

Let the chutney cool completely before blending for a smoother texture.

Use fresh curry leaves and tamarind for enhanced flavor.

Can I use any other flour instead of ragi?

Ragi is recommended for its health benefits, but you can substitute it with whole wheat or millet flour.

How long can I store the chutney?

The chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I skip the tempering step?

Tempering adds flavor to the chutney, but you can skip it if you prefer a simpler version.

Is this recipe suitable for weight loss?

Yes, ragi is a healthy grain that is low in calories and high in fiber, making it ideal for weight loss.

Can I make the idli batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter a few hours in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.

Kashmiri red chili powder

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Step 1

Mix ragi flour, semolina, yogurt, and water in a bowl until smooth.

Step 2

Add salt to the mixture, mix again, and cover it. Let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan and add chana dal, urad dal, garlic, green chili, onion, ginger, tomato, Kashmiri red chili powder, coriander stems, curry leaves, and salt.

Step 2

Cook until the tomatoes soften, then add grated coconut and tamarind. Mix well.

Step 3

Let the mixture cool down and set it aside.

Step 1

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, chana dal, urad dal, asafoetida, curry leaves, and dry red chili.

Step 2

Add the prepared chutney mixture to the tempering and mix well.

Step 1

Grease idli molds and pour the batter into them.

Step 2

Steam the idlis for 15 minutes until they are soft and cooked through.

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Ensure the batter consistency is smooth and not too thick for soft idlis.

Let the chutney cool completely before blending for a smoother texture.

Use fresh curry leaves and tamarind for enhanced flavor.

Can I use any other flour instead of ragi?

Ragi is recommended for its health benefits, but you can substitute it with whole wheat or millet flour.

How long can I store the chutney?

The chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I skip the tempering step?

Tempering adds flavor to the chutney, but you can skip it if you prefer a simpler version.

Is this recipe suitable for weight loss?

Yes, ragi is a healthy grain that is low in calories and high in fiber, making it ideal for weight loss.

Can I make the idli batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter a few hours in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.

Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss

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Ingredients

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

7.8g

Unhealthy Fat

3.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss

Prepare Ragi Idli Batter

Prepare Chutney

Prepare Tempering

Steam Ragi Idlis

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

7.8g

Unhealthy Fat

3.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss

Stuck mid-recipe?

Ingredients

For Ragi Idli

For Chutney

For Tempering

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs

37.5g (13.64%)

Sugars

3.0g (6%)

Healthy Fat

7.8g

Unhealthy Fat

3.8g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Healthy Soft Ragi Idli for Weight Loss

Prepare Ragi Idli Batter

Prepare Chutney

Prepare Tempering

Steam Ragi Idlis

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

308.5kcal (15.43%)

Protein

11.3g (22.5%)

Carbs