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A delightful Goan specialty, these sweet and savory dosas are made with cucumber, rice, coconut, and jaggery. Perfect for a unique breakfast or a healthy snack, they are soft, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free.
Soak the Rice
Prepare the Batter
Cook the Taushe Dosa
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A delightful Goan specialty, these sweet and savory dosas are made with cucumber, rice, coconut, and jaggery. Perfect for a unique breakfast or a healthy snack, they are soft, flavorful, and naturally gluten-free.
This goan recipe takes 155 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 396.8 calories per serving with 4.47g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or snack.
Serve
For a savory twist, omit the jaggery and cardamom. Instead, add finely chopped green chilies, fresh cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds to the batter.
You can experiment by using brown rice or millet instead of dosa rice. Note that soaking times may need to be adjusted, and the texture might differ slightly.
Add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or a 1/4 teaspoon of fennel seed powder to the batter along with the cardamom for a more complex aroma.
Cucumber has high water content, which helps in keeping the body hydrated and aids in digestion.
The combination of rice and jaggery provides a good source of complex and simple carbohydrates, offering a sustained release of energy.
Fresh coconut is a great source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of healthy fat that is easily digested and provides quick energy.
Made entirely from rice, this dosa is an excellent option for individuals with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
Each Taushe Dosa contains approximately 140-150 calories, making it a relatively light and satisfying snack or breakfast option. This estimate can vary based on the size of the dosa and the amount of ghee used.
Yes, Taushe Dosa is a relatively healthy dish. It's made from whole ingredients like rice, cucumber, and coconut. It's naturally gluten-free and provides energy. The use of jaggery is a better alternative to refined sugar. However, it is a source of carbohydrates and natural sugars, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Absolutely. To make this recipe vegan, simply replace the ghee with coconut oil or any other neutral-flavored vegetable oil for cooking the dosas.
No, unlike traditional dosas, the batter for Taushe Dosa does not require any fermentation. You can cook the dosas as soon as the batter is prepared.
You can store any leftover batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The batter may thicken slightly, but it will still be usable.
While dosa rice gives the best texture, you can use other short-grain rice varieties like Sona Masuri. Avoid using long-grain rice like Basmati as it can alter the final texture of the dosa.