Idlis are a common breakfast in many Indian households. People love them for their lightness and fluffiness while being easy on the stomach. If you look into any household kitchen, you will find two primary types of idlis; idli made from rava (suji/ semolina) and idli made from rice. Both types of idlis are very tasty but which one is healthier?
To be totally honest; this question actually has bothered me every time I want a plate of tasty idli sambhar! Don’t worry, we will look at the nutrition, and preparation of idlis and its health aspects, to make a little easier decision about what is best for your body.
Rava idli is made using the semolina and, almost always, does not use the fermentation process, so it is quicker to make. Rava has a lot of refined carbohydrates and less fibre than whole rice or lentil mixes, but it is easy on the stomach, low in fat, and has instant energy; this is why children, and senior citizens, and people looking for a light meal can also eat this delicious idli!
On the downside, the rava idli has a higher glycaemic index meaning it will spike blood sugars more quickly. For individuals with diabetes or those monitoring their weight, a regular consumption of rava idlis may not be advisable.
Rice idli includes a prepared batter of fermented urad dal and rice. Fermentation facilitates digestion and nutrient absorption, but it also aids in increasing the gut-friendly probiotics. In rice idlies, urad dal introduces protein and fibre into the baking mix, which makes them more filling and more nutritious than rava idlis.
Whereas plain rice idlies are a healthier type of idli, the same attention to portion control can not lose its importance. White polished rice can drive the carb count higher, hence parboiled rice options or brown rice options can keep white rice idlis relatively healthy.
Rava idlies can work better occasionally if you are looking for something light, fast, and easier to digest. However, if the goal you are seeking is sustained energy, better digestion, and overall nutrition. Rice idlies, especially unpolished rice options and urad dal rice idlies, are superior.
Nutritionists will often advise you to swap the two, depending on your unique needs. Rava idlis make for a good alternative when you want something lighter, while rice idlis could be a more complete, nourishing meal!
Rice and rava idlis will both make it onto your plate. Rava idlis for compfort and lightness, rice idlis for nutrients and gut health. Which option is more healthy would depend on your lifestyle and young health goals, but if your goal is balance rice idlis will always come out on top!
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