Ragi Idli Recipe with step by step pictures. Soft Finger Millet Idli Recipe made with ragi, urad dal and fenugreek seeds, the batter is allowed to ferment to increase its health benefits. This ragi batter is perfect to make soft idli and crispy dosa which makes it a healthy and wholesome breakfast.
Wash and Soak rice and dal separately, Soak them in water separately for 4 to 6 hours.
Once they are soaked, grind them separately by adding little water at a time to a smooth paste. Transfer them to a large container.
Now add in ragi flour and salt. Mix well. Cover and let it ferment overnight.
The next morning, the batter would be risen, fold it well. Add in baking soda and mix well.
Now grease idli moulds and pour ladleful of batter into each mould and place it in a steamer. Steam it for 8 to 10 mins till it is done. Insert a skewer to check.
Remove it and leave it cool for 5 mins, take a spoon, dip it in some water, slide it under the idli, they will just pop out.
Place these idlies in hot case and serve hot with tomato chutney.