Malvika Hada Kumar Shares Her Soft & Fluffy Poha Coconut Idli Recipe

If you love idlis but want to give it a flavorful twist without compromising on its softness and fluffiness, then you can Poha Coconut Idlis a try. Recipe curator and digital creator Malvika Hada Kumar shares a special recipe which she discovered from her neighbour Aunty a few years ago and since then these idlis have become her family's comfort food too. The addition of yogurt, coconut, and poha elevates the taste, making them incredibly delicious.

Poha Coconut Idli Recipe

Ingredients -

• 1-1/2 cup idli rice
• 1 cup poha
• 1/2 cup urad dal
• 1 tsp fenugreek leaves
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 tsp ginger, finely chopped
• 2 green chillies, finely chopped
• 1 cup fresh coconut, grated
• 1/4 cup coriander, chopped
• Tadka -
• 2 tsp oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 sprig curry leaves, chopped

Instructions -

• Rinse & Soak: Soak urad dal, idli rice, fenugreek seeds, and poha for 5-6 hours.
• Grind & Ferment: Grind the mixture with yogurt and ferment overnight.
• Prepare Batter: To the fermented batter add ginger, coconut, coriander, green chilies, and tadka.
• Steam Idlis: Carefully pour the idli batter into the idli moulds and then steam those for 8-10 minutes.
• Serve & Enjoy: Enjoy with these delicious idlis with sambar or chutney!

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Malvika Hada Kumar's special recipe, Poha Coconut Idlis is simple yet packed with flavors. It is a healthier, tastier, and fluffier version of the classic South Indian favorite.