Soak moong dal and chana dal in water for at least 4-5 hours. Drain and blend them in a mixer grinder with water to make a paste. Pour the batter into the idli maker and steam until soft and fluffy.

If you are in North India, it is impossible to resist. Image Credit: Getty These crispy moong dal pakodis are served with grated radish and a tangy chutney. You can easily make this at home with a ...