Sweet Idli

Preparation :10 mins
Cook :20 mins
Total Time :30 mins
Servings :Makes 12 idlis (12 idli )

Ingredients :

2 cups idli batter
oil for greasing

For The (moong Dal Jaggery) Stuffing
1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram) , washed and drained
2 tbsp grated jaggery (gur)
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
1/4 cup grated coconut

For Serving
ghee

Method :

Heat a small non-stick pan, add the yellow moong dal and dry roast on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes, while stirring continuously.Allow the mixture to cool completely. Once cooled, add the jaggery, cardamom powder, coconut and mix very well with your hands. Keep aside.Grease the idli moulds using a little oil, put 1 tbsp of the idli batter on it, put 1 tsp of the moong dal jaggery stuffing in the centre and finally cover the stuffing with ½ tbsp of the idli batter.Steam in a steamer for 10 to 12 minutes or till the idlis are cooked.Allow the idlis to cool slightly and demould them.Serve immediately topped with ghee.