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South Indian cuisine is considered one of the most important and loved cuisines in India. From kids to adults, every generation loves relishing idlis and dosas and we couldn’t agree more with that. The southern part of India provides a range of delicious dishes that can make your meals an absolute delight. Nothing can beat the magic of fluffy idlis packed with millet and veggies. Since people have started incorporating the ‘poor man’s food’ into their menus because of its health benefits, idli can make for a quick and effortless option when it comes to breakfast. For someone who loves enjoying idlis along with tangy sambar, we have rounded up a list of 5 gluten-free idlis packed with an assortment of millet for a change.
Ragi Millet Idli
Ragi or finger millet is said to be one of the nutritious and protein-packed millet which can make your idli an absolute delight. You can kickstart your day with the goodness of ragi millet, all you need to do is start by replacing the rice with finger millet. Prepare the idli batter and steam the idlis until cooked. Serve with coconut chutney and enjoy!
Thinai or Foxtail Idli
This super healthy breakfast option is prepared with foxtail millet which is considered a perfect breakfast option for diabetics. This healthier version of idlis is prepared with a mix of urad dal and foxtail millet. From being rich in calcium to iron, add thinai idli to your breakfast menu for a change.
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Varagu Idli
Varagu also referred to as kodo millet is the perfect millet option and is among one of the oldest cultivated crops in India. From aiding weight loss to controlling diabetes, Kodo millet can keep your gut healthy. So, add this millet to the idli mixture along with chopped veggies and steam until cooked. Serve the idli with peanut chutney and enjoy!
Bajra Idli
Packed with immense health benefits, this idli option is considered one of the nutritious breakfast options. Since bajra is packed with numerous health benefits ranging from calcium and iron to vitamin E and B- complex, add an essence of bajra to your idli mixture and serve your breakfast along with accompaniments like coconut, peanut or mint chutney. Enjoy!
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Samai Idli
Samai millet is mostly popular during Navratri but you can add a little millet to your breakfast menu for a hearty change. Loaded with immense health benefits, add fibre and nutrition to your idli batter and steam the idlis to perfection until fluffy and spongy. Serve with chutneys or savour as is for a delightful change. Enjoy!