By Garima Johar
September 29, 2026
Give your regular rice-based idlis a spin and use rolled oats. Rich in fibre, oats idlis are a low-calorie breakfast or snacking option that can be made with minimal soaking and fermentation time.
1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup semolina 1/4 cup urad dal 1/4 cup poha 1 tablespoon fenugreek seeds 1/4 cup coriander leaves 1 green chilli 1 inch of ginger Salt to taste Water as required
Mix and soak rolled oats, semolina, urad dal, poha, and fenugreek seeds for a few hours.
Drain and grind the mixture into a smooth batter.
Add chopped salt, coriander leaves, green chilli, and grated ginger. Let it ferment.
Grease the idli moulds and pour in the fermented batter. Steam for 10-12 minutes.
Remove the idlis from the moulds and serve with sambar and coconut chutney.