Ragi Idli Recipe To Make Your South Indian Meal Gluten-Free

By Garima Johar

April 25, 2025

The South Indian staple – idlis can be given a healthier spin by using ragi flour. The millet flour is packed with essential nutrients and also adds a smooth texture and flavour to the regular idlis.

Ingredients

½ cup urad dal ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 cup ragi flour Salt to taste Water for soaking and grinding

Step 1

Rinse and soak urad dal and fenugreek seeds. Grind them to make a smooth batter.

Step 2

In a separate grinder, blend the ragi flour with a little water to make a thick paste.

Step 3

Mix urad dal batter and ragi paste with water. Let it ferment overnight.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Take the ragi idlis out and serve with coconut chutney and sambar.