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Brown and Red Rice- Idli
Brown rice Idli with an added variation including Red rice and Puffed rice.
About:
Idli is a steamed cake made from rice and black lentils (Urad dal) originating from Southern India. Idlis are made in a specialized mould and eaten with chutney, vegetable stew or other flavourful toppings for breakfast or as a snack. These small treats are good for you and, as a bonus, convenient for those on the go.
As a variation to make this fibre rich dish have added Brown rice, Oats, Red rice flakes and Soya Bran.
Health Benefits:
Soy bran refers to the finely pulverized or pureed hulls (or outer-casings) of dried soybeans. Soya bran helps lower Cholestrol levels and also ease constipation.
Red rice flakes are rich in Iron and Vitamin B.
Quantity: 18-20 Idlis
Cooking time: 15 minutes
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Fenugreek leaves stir fry rice
About:
This is healthy and flavorful rice made with fresh fenugreek leaves and tossed in spices. This rice dish is perfect for light meal/ packed lunch.
Health Benefits:
Iron-rich fenugreek leaves are combined with tomatoes which are rich in vitamin c and brown rice is used for additional fiber touch which is beneficial for diabetic friendly.
Fenugreek or methi leaves are very rich in vitamins and minerals and they get easily absorbed by the body. Some major ingredients include calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and dietary fiber in its naturally occurring form as in other vegetables
Serves: 2-3
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
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