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Ingredients-

• Rice- ½ cup parboiled
• Urad dal – ¼ cup
• Fenugreek seed (methi)- 6-8
• Barley- ¼ cup
• Salt to taste
• ½ cup finely chopped mixed vegetables

Method –

• Wash and soak the rice, urad dal and fenugreek seeds in lukewarm water for 2-3 hours. Drain and keep aside.
• Wash and soak the barley separately in lukewarm water for 2-3 hours. Drain and keep 1 tablespoon barley aside.
• Drain the rice, urad dal and fenugreek seeds and grind along with the remaining barley in a mixer to a smooth paste.
• Cover and keep aside for 3-4 hours to ferment.
• Add the salt and mix gently.
• Apply a little water on the idli moulds and spoonfuls of the better into them.
• Sprinkle a little barley and 2 teaspoon of vegetables over each idli and steamer for 20 minutes.
• Unmould the idli when slightly cool and serve immediately

Note-

• Barley is high source of fiber.
• Helps improve digestion.
• Prevents heart disease.
• Provides antioxidants.
• High in vitamins and minerals