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Oats Idli Sambar - Healthy Delights!
Idli sambar is a staple meal in almost every Indian household. Though idli sambar is traditionally a South Indian dish, it has been embraced by people all over India. Idli sambar calories are extremely low; therefore, it ranks high on the list of healthy meal options. Idli sambar calories are so low that people on a diet often opt for this meal. Idli sambar calories can be reduced further by replacing rice with oats as they have a lot of fiber.
Oats Idli Sambar Info:
Prep Time
30 MinsCook Time
15 minsTotal Time
40-45 MinsCuisine
South IndianCategory
BreakfastOats Idli Sambar Ingredients (Serves 9 idlis):
- Oats – 1 cup
- Ready-made idli batter
- Cumin seeds – 1/2 teaspoon
- Mustard seeds – 1/4 teaspoon
- Ginger – 1/4 teaspoon grated
- Green chili – 1, finely chopped
- Hing – A pinch
- Salt – To taste
- Curd/Yogurt – 1/4 cup
- Water – 1 cup
- Baking powder or fruit salt (Eno)
- Cashews – Just a handful (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Start by adding one cup of oats to a blender. Blend into a coarse powder. If the grind is too fine, the idlis will be very sticky.
- To a sauté pan or frying pan or kadhai, add 2 tablespoon oil. Sauté the cashews, if you are using them. Once it is golden brown, set it aside.
- To the same oil, add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds and let it splutter.
- Add the hing and chilies, along with ginger and sauté.
- Add the oats powder.
- Add salt and sauté on low heat till fragrant. Make sure it is not burning.
- Cool the mixture down completely and add 1 cup of water and 1/4 cup of yogurt or curd.
- Mix it thoroughly and then let it rest for 10 minutes. The paste should have a thick consistency. It should not be of pouring consistency. Therefore, add water as needed.
- Now add the ready-made batter to this mixture.
- At this stage, you can add sautéed vegetables like carrots, onions, peas, and coriander leaves. This is entirely optional. Add the cashews. Fried cashews add to the idli sambar calories.
- When the water is boiling in the steamer, add in ½ teaspoon of baking soda or 1 teaspoon of fruit salt or Eno. Once you start mixing the mixture, you will see bubbles forming.
- Grease the idli molds and add the mixture in each section. Leave a little space for the idlis to rise.
- Put the idli stand in the steamer and steam for 12 to 15 minutes on full flame.
- Allow the idlis to cool after removing from the steamer. Poke a knife in the middle to check for any sign of raw batter.
- To remove the idlis, dip a knife or spoon in water and scoop out the idlis.
- Serve these low calorie idlis with chutney and sambar.
Idli sambar calories are very low; therefore, it makes a great breakfast meal or a healthy craving.
