Instant Poha Idli (Beaten Rice Idlis)

Making Idlis is a fun deal on warm days because the batter ferments beautifully and you get soft fluffy Idlis.  It is a struggle in winter days, especially in a country like USA. My friend Harsha recently mentioned about a quick/instant preparation of Idlis using poha (beaten rice), yogurt and Idli rava(rice rava).  I loved the idea and thought will make it some day. That same day, I came across a post from a foodie friend Mitha Arun Hegde and was very tempted to try it out. The result was amazing. So thank you to both my friends :) In today's hectic lifestyle we are always looking for a quicker and faster ways to cook food without compromising on the taste and health.
So without any further delay let's get to the recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup thin poha (beaten rice)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 and 1/2 cup idli rava (rice rava)
• salt as per taste                                                              

  Preparation:

• In a mixing bowl, add poha and mix with yogurt.
• Wash idli rava and squeeze the water out, add to the poha mixture. Add salt and about 1 cup of water to bring the batter to a thick consistency, like that of the regular idli batter. Let it sit for 10 minutes. The idli rava soaks in the water. Add little more water if needed.
• Now scoop the batter into idli mould and steam for 12-15 minutes. Switch off the gas and let it cool down a bit.
• Scoop it off with a spoon and serve with your favorite chutney or sambar.

recipe courtesy: healthy cooking with mitha.
Nutrition Benefits: Poha is said to be packed with iron. So it is a good grain to consume to overcome an iron deficiency. Makes a healthy and filling breakfast as it is a good source of carb and low in gluten. It is said to be good for diabetics as it releases sugar slowly into the bloodstream keeping one full for a longer time. Rava/Suji/Semolina also more or less serves the same purpose, so Idlis are considered as one of the best breakfast in the world :)