Easy Multigrain Idli Recipe Overview
This healthy multigrain idli recipe is a perfect blend of ragi flour jowar flour bajra flour wheat flour and urad dal making it a wholesome and nutritious dish. Soft fluffy and packed with fiber and protein, multigrain idlis are a great choice for breakfast lunch or dinner. The fermentation process enhances gut health while the mix of ancient grains provides long-lasting energy. Serve these idlis hot with sambar coconut chutney or tomato chutney for a complete South Indian meal.
Ingredients for Multigrain Idli
- ½ cup ragi flour
- ½ cup bajra flour
- ½ cup jowar flour
- ⅓ cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup urad dal
- 2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- 1 tsp salt
- Oil (for greasing)
Step-by-Step Method
- Soak urad dal and fenugreek seeds together in water for 2 hours.
- Drain and grind into a smooth batter with ½ cup water.
- Transfer the batter to a bowl and add ragi bajra jowar and wheat flour along with salt. Mix with 1 cup water to make a thick smooth batter.
- Cover and allow the batter to ferment overnight or at least 8 hours.
- After fermentation mix the batter again.
- Grease idli moulds lightly with oil and pour the batter into moulds.
- Steam for about 15 minutes until idlis are cooked and fluffy.
- Remove gently and serve hot with chutney and sambar.
Nutrition Benefits
Multigrain idlis are rich in fiber iron calcium protein and complex carbohydrates. Ragi boosts bone health, bajra aids digestion, jowar supports heart health and wheat flour provides sustained energy. Urad dal adds plant-based protein making this a perfect weight loss and diabetic-friendly recipe.
