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Barley Idlis

1/2 cup parboiled rice
1/4 cup urad dal (split black lentils)
6 to 8 fenugreek (methi) seeds
1/4 cup barley (jau)
salt to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped mixed vegetables (carrots , french beans , peas etc.)

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

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