Dal and Vegetable Idli

Serves 6

• 1/2 cup toovar (arhar) dal
• 1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram)
• 1/2 cup chana dal (split bengal gram)
• 1 cup fenugreek (methi) leaves , chopped
• 2 cups chopped coriander (dhania)
• 1/4 cup boiled and mashed green peas
• 1/4 cup grated coconut
• 3 chopped green chillies
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 1 small carrot , grated
• salt to taste
• 1 tsp oil for greasing

1. Wash and soak the dals together at least 3 hours.
2. Drain and grind to a smooth paste, adding a little water. Add the fenugreek, coriander, green peas, coconut, green chillies, onion, carrot and salt.
3. Add water as required to make a thick batter.
4. Pour into greased idli moulds and steam for 10 to 12 minutes till done.
5. Serve hot with coconut chutney.