Healthy Ragi Dosa Recipe
Dosa is a popular South Indian dish that has become a favorite of many all over the world. While the traditional dosa is made with rice and lentils, there are many variations of this recipe that have been developed over time.
Ragi dosa is one such variation, which is not only tasty but also highly nutritious. Ragi or finger millet is a whole grain that is commonly grown in the Indian subcontinent. It is a rich source of nutrients like calcium, iron, and fiber, making it an ideal ingredient for a dosa recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup ragi flour
- ½ cup rice flour
- ¼ cup urad dal (black lentils)
- ¼ cup chana dal (split Bengal gram)
- 1 tsp methi seeds (fenugreek seeds)
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- ½ cup finely chopped carrots
- ½ cup finely chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Soak the urad dal, chana dal, and methi seeds in water for at least 4 hours.
- In a separate bowl, soak the ragi flour and rice flour in water for 2 hours.
- Drain the water from the dal mixture and grind it to a smooth paste using a blender or food processor. Add small amounts of water if needed.
- Similarly, grind the ragi and rice mixture to a smooth batter. Combine both the batters and mix well.
- Add salt, turmeric powder, and enough water to make a thin batter. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- Heat a non-stick dosa pan or tawa and lightly grease it with oil.
- Pour a ladle full of batter at the center of the pan and spread it in a circular motion to make a thin dosa.
- Sprinkle some chopped onions, carrots, tomatoes, and coriander leaves on top of the dosa. Press the veggies lightly into the batter.
- Cover the dosa with a lid and let it cook for 2-3 minutes on medium heat.
- Once the edges start to brown, gently lift one side of the dosa and fold it in half.
- Cook for another minute and then flip to the other side to cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer to a plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney or any other chutney or dip of your choice.
Enjoy the crispy texture and the burst of flavors in every bite of this healthy ragi dosa. This dish makes for a perfect breakfast or snack option that is both delicious and nutritious.
Tips
- If you do not have urad dal and chana dal, you can replace them with split yellow moong dal.
- You can add any other vegetables of your choice like bell peppers or spinach to the dosa batter.
- To make the dosa even more nutritious, you can also mix in some grated paneer (Indian cottage cheese) or tofu to the batter.
- If you are following a gluten-free diet, make sure to use gluten-free ragi flour.
- To make the dosa spicier, you can add some finely chopped green chilies or red chili powder to the batter.
- For a more traditional touch, you can also add some freshly grated coconut to the dosa batter.
- To make the dosa more filling, you can serve it with a side of sambar (lentil-based soup) or any other curry of your choice.
Benefits of Ragi Dosa
Ragi dosa is a healthy alternative to regular dosa as it is made with the goodness of ragi and does not contain any rice. Here are some benefits of incorporating ragi dosa in your