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Soft Instant Rava Idly recipe

 This is one breakfast that I make all the time as it requires no prep, can be made in 20 mins and with simple ingredients that we already have on hand.  The recipe is simple .. do give a try and serve with your fav chutney. I made a chutney with beetroot greens and stalks by frying it with a tempering. A delicious combo here.  Let’s see how to make these simple Idlis … INGREDIENTS: Sooji Rava 2 cups Flattened rice / Poha 1 cup Yogurt 1/4 cup  Water for soaking  Salt 1/2 tsp Baking Soda a pinch  INSTRUCTION: ☘ Take Rava/sooji and  Flattened rice in a mixing bowl. πŸ€ Add yogurt and some water, soak for 15 minutes. ☘Grind to a smooth batter.Add 1/2 tsp salt and a pinch baking soda.Mix well  πŸ€ Now the Idly batter is ready. . πŸ€ Grease Idly plates with some oil / ghee, pour a ladle full of batter in each idly mould.  πŸ€ Transfer the idly plates to a cooker filled with 1 cup water / Idly maker and steam Idlis by closing the lid without pressure weight for 10-15 mins on low flame.  πŸ€Once d

Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho

A Gazpacho is basically a chilled raw soup from Spain and a perfect treat when temperatures rise in summer. It is made by blending vegetables /fruits. If you are a tomato fan, like to eat healthily, then you will definitely love this recipe like me. There are so many versions...but today I am sharing with you a recipe that includes heirloom tomatoes. These are usually none hybrid tomato variety, passed down intact among families across the country, so beautiful to look at with lots of bumps, gorgeous color, and delicious to eat. You can find them in both full size and cherry size. You may find some mysterious colors inside.They are fruity, sweet and less acidic than the regular tomatoes. You can make this with regular red tomatoes if heirloom tomatoes are not available.I have added minced veggies for garnishing like red onions, bell peppers, cucumbers for some texture. Let's dig into the recipe. Makes 1 bowl...adjust the measurements as required. INGREDIENTS