We can all agree that mornings can be extremely stressful. From running household chores to getting ready for work, there is a lot that we have to do during the morning hours. And amidst all this hustle and bustle, it is very common for us to skip breakfast or not have a proper one. As a result, we resort to on-the-go breakfast options like bread and butter, wraps, cutlets and so on. However, eating unhealthy food for breakfast can lead to weight gain and have lasting effects on our health. This is why it is often recommended to include more nutrient-rich foods in our diet. Keeping this in mind, here we bring you a low calorie oats idli recipe that is ideal for those who are on a weight loss journey.
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Idli is a popular South Indian breakfast delicacy. The savory rice cake is super soft and steamed to perfection. It tastes best when paired with piping hot sambar and chutney. In this recipe, as the name suggests, idlis are made with oats and grated carrots. Oats are rich in protein, while carrots are a good source of several nutrients such as potassium, vitamin A and biotin. This low-calorie oats idli is super easy to make and tastes delicious. Take a look at the recipe below:
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To make this idli, first, dry the oats on a tawa until they turn slightly golden brown. Once done, put them in a mixer to make a fine powder. In a pan, add oil, mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal and allow them to splutter. To this, add chopped chilli, coriander and grated carrot. Add turmeric powder and fry for a minute.
Now, add this seasoning to the powdered oats mixture followed by curd. (You can add more curd to get the consistency of an idli batter) Grease the idli steamer plates with oil and pour the batter evenly over all the areas. Steam them for about 15-20 minutes. Once done, remove them from plates and serve hot! Low-Cal Oats Idli is ready!
Note: To know if the idli is cooked, poke an idli with a knife and check if the batter does not stick to the knife.
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