Varagu Idly
Varagu millet (Kodo millet) idly/dosa batter is a healthy alternative to regular rice batter. It is light, nutritious, and easy to digest. This batter can be used to make soft idlis and crispy dosas, making it perfect for breakfast or dinner. Prep Time: 15 minutes (excluding soaking & fermentation) Soaking Time: 6–8 hours Fermentation Time: 8–12 hours Yield: Makes about 20 idlis or 8–10 dosas Diet: Vegetarian | Gluten-free Ingredients: Varagu millet (Kodo millet) – 2 cups Idly rice – 2 cups Urad dal – 1 cup Salt – as required For pure millet batter: Skip idly rice and use 4 cups varagu millet instead. Step-by-Step Batter Preparation Step 1: Wash and Soak Wash varagu millet thoroughly 2–3 times. Wash idly rice and urad dal separately. Soak : Varagu millet + idly rice together in enough water Urad dal separately s oak for 6–8 hours. Step 2: Grind Urad Dal: Drain the soaked urad dal. Grind it first using a wet grinder or mixer. Add water little by little. Grind ...
