Gluten-Free Oats Idli: A Breakfast Recipe You Cannot Miss

By Shreya Sarpal

June 6, 2025

Oats idli is a traditional South Indian, nutritious, and healthy variation of steamed idli, which replaces rice with oats. It is a perfect choice for individuals seeking a healthy and fibre-rich diet.  Click to check out this recipe.

Ingredients

1 cup powdered oats ½ cup semolina 1 cup yoghurt ½ cup grated carrot 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves 1 finely chopped green chilli 1 tsp eno fruit salt Water as required Salt to taste 1 tsp oil for greasing

Step 1

Dry roast oats, grind to powder, mix with semolina, curd, carrot, coriander, chilli, salt and add water to make a smooth batter.

Step 2

Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the eno before steaming.

Step 4

Grease the idli moulds, pour batter and steam for 12-15 minutes.

Step 5

Serve warm with chutney and sambar.