The whole country is currently celebrating Navratri in a grand way with fasting, prayers and great enthusiasm. During this auspicious nine-day occasion that is dedicated to Maa Durga, people refrain from eating onion, garlic and other tamsik ingredients and go for sattvik food like fruits, vegetables and items like kuttu ki puri, sabudana khichdi and samak pulao. But if you are bored of eating the same dishes every day, here is a simple yet unique Tamil-style millet thiyar idli recipe that you can enjoy for your next Navratri dinner. Also Read:
Idli is traditionally enjoyed as a breakfast meal with sambar and chutney across the country. But you can give this South Indian delicacy a comforting twist with curd and savour it for a wholesome Navratri dinner. Gluten-free and sattvik, it is made from soft millet (ragi or buckwheat) idlis soaked in tempered curd which offers a delightful mix of tangy creamy and mildly spiced flavours. Millet thayir idli, also known as curd idli or dahi idli, takes than half an hour to get ready and is an extremely comforting option for a festive vegetarian meal. Unlike dahi vadas, which are deep-fried, idlis are steamed, making this dish a healthier and lighter option. The curd is tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, chana dal and dry red chillies to add subtle flavours to the soft idlis. Free from onion and garlic, thiyar idli is easily digestible too, making it a light option for fasting days. Here's how you can make it at home for your next dinner. Thayir Idli With Millets Recipe Ingredients: