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Crispy, lacy dosas made instantly with whole wheat flour. A healthy and quick South Indian breakfast that comes together in minutes, perfect with your favorite chutney.
Prepare the Batter
Heat the Tawa
Cook the Dosa
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Crispy, lacy dosas made instantly with whole wheat flour. A healthy and quick South Indian breakfast that comes together in minutes, perfect with your favorite chutney.
This south_indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 379.96 calories per serving with 8.59g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or snack.
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Add 1/4 cup of finely grated carrots or finely chopped curry leaves to the batter for extra flavor and nutrition.
Incorporate 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida (hing) or 1/2 teaspoon of crushed black pepper into the batter for a different flavor profile.
Replace 1 cup of water with 1 cup of thin buttermilk (chaas) to give the dosas a slightly sour and tangy taste.
This recipe is naturally vegan. Ensure you use a plant-based oil like coconut, sesame, or sunflower oil for cooking.
Whole wheat flour is an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
The complex carbohydrates from whole wheat provide a steady release of energy, making this an ideal breakfast to keep you active and energized throughout the morning.
This dosa contains essential minerals like iron and magnesium from whole wheat, along with benefits from spices like cumin and ginger, which have digestive and anti-inflammatory properties.
The most common reasons are a thick batter or a tawa that isn't hot enough. The batter should be very thin and watery, and the tawa must be on medium-high heat so the batter sizzles as soon as it hits the surface.
Yes, you can prepare the batter and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. It will thicken upon resting, so you must add more water and whisk well to bring it back to the correct thin consistency before making dosas.
Yes, it is a healthy option. It's made from whole wheat flour, which is rich in dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates. It's a nutritious, instant breakfast that can be made low-fat by using minimal oil.
One serving, which is typically two dosas, contains approximately 350-400 calories. The exact count can vary based on the amount of oil used for cooking.
Wheat Dosa pairs wonderfully with traditional South Indian accompaniments like coconut chutney, tomato chutney, onion chutney, sambar, or milagai podi (gunpowder) mixed with oil.