## Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe) – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Tamil Nadu South Indian Breakfast**, this dish is **Diabetic Friendly** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 40 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 60 minutes

**Cuisine:** Tamil Nadu
**Course:** South Indian Breakfast
**Diet:** Diabetic Friendly

### Ingredients for Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe):

* 1 cup Mixed millets
* 1/4 cup Yellow Moong Dal (Split) – husken and green gram
* 2 teaspoons Sesame (Gingelly) Oil
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera) – coarsely powdered
* 1/2 teaspoon Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
* 1/2 teaspoon White Urad Dal (Split)
* 1 inch Ginger – peeled and grated or finely chopped
* 3-4 Whole Black Peppercorns – coarsely powdered
* 3-4 Green Chilli – roughly chopped
* 1 sprig Curry leaves – roughly chopped

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe):

1. To prepare Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe), wash and soak Samai Arisi in water for 30 minutes.
2. Wash and boil the moong dal and set it aside.
3. Heat a wide pan with oil over low flame and temper with ingredients given under’ for tempering’.
4. Once the sizzle, add water (approximately 2 cups) to the pan.
5. Sprinkle the required amount of salt.
6. Drain the soaked samai rice and add it to the pan.
7. Let the samai rice cook over low flame for 7-8 minutes.
8. Add the cooked moong dal and mix well.
9. Let the mixture come together and all the excess water absorbed, such that the mixture can come together when shaped.
10. Switch off and allow it to cool for 5-7 minutes.
11. Grease your hands with oil and start to shape the dumpings (you can shape them into oblong or round shape).
12. Once you have shaped the entire mixture, arrange them in a greased vessel/steamer and steam the dumplings for 10 minutes.
13. Switch off.
14. Tasty and traditional Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe) can be now served with your choice of sambar.

### Tips for the Best Samai Arisi Pidi Kozhukattai (Tamil Nadu Breakfast Recipe):

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* For diabetic-friendly meals, always monitor portion sizes and consult with a nutritionist for personalized advice.

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