TogariKayi Idli

Togari Kayi Idli Recipe | Soft Vegetable Idli with Fresh Pigeon Peas

Give your regular idli a seasonal makeover with this Togari Kayi Idli recipe — a soft, fluffy, and flavorful variation made using fresh pigeon peas (togarikayi / tuvar beans). Similar to popular Avarekayi Idli or green peas idli, this version adds a gentle nuttiness and vibrant color from the tender beans. Rich in protein and fiber, Togari Kayi Idli makes a wholesome breakfast or snack that celebrates the essence of South Indian home cooking. Serve it hot with coconut chutney or spicy sambar for a comforting, nutritious meal. 🌿

TogariKayi Idli

Prep Time :10 mins
Cooking Time:  20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

Category: Breakfast
Author: Smishri
Servings : 4

  
Ingredients : 

• Idli Batter -3 cups
• Green TogariKayi  steamed: 1/2 cup 
  
• Shredded Carrots-1/2 cup
  
• Green chilis : 1 or 2, chopped
• Coriander leaves : few chopped
• Mustard seeds : 1 tsp.
• Curry Leaves : 5-6 nos.
• chana dal:1/4 tsp
• Cashews nut-few
• urad dal:1/4 tsp
• Salt to taste
• oil:1/2 tsp

Method-   In a pan, heat oil. Prepare seasoning with curry leaves, mustard seeds, chana dal urad dal, green chilies once done pour it in the idli batter. Next add chopped coriander leaves, steamed TogariKayi  salt to the batter and mix well. Add chutney pwd and mix. Set for 5 mins.

Apply oil onto the idli plates and pour the batter in a spoon. Steam it in pressure cooker for 15-20 mins on medium flame. 

Serve TogariKayi Idlis hot with ghee, chutney or saagu.

Idlis are gluten free, rich in probiotics making it a great option for breakfast or as light meals!

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