Dairy-Free Paneer Dosa

Experience the perfect balance of tradition and innovation with this delicious Dairy-Free Paneer Dosa recipe. A plant-based twist on a South Indian classic, this recipe combines the crispy, golden dosa—crafted from a naturally fermented batter of rice and urad dal—with a savory tofu filling that mimics paneer without any dairy. The filling is infused with unsweetened coconut milk, zesty lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and earthy spices like turmeric and cumin, delivering a bold and wholesome flavor. An excellent option for those following a vegan or lactose-free diet, this dish is high in protein, packed with nutrients, and bursting with flavor. Serve these dosa hot with coconut chutney or tangy sambar for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as nutritious as it is mouthwatering. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Rice
• 0.5 cups Urad Dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoons Fenugreek Seeds
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 1 blocks Firm Tofu
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened Coconut Milk
• 1 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric Powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground Cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice and urad dal separately under running water. Soak them together with the fenugreek seeds in ample water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain the soaked mixture and blend them with 2 cups of water to form a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.

Step 3

Pour the batter into a large bowl, cover loosely, and let it ferment in a warm place for around 8 hours or until it slightly rises and becomes bubbly.

Step 4

To prepare the dairy-free paneer, crumble the tofu into small pieces. Combine it in a bowl with coconut milk, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and salt to taste. Mix well until the tofu crumbles are well-coated.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Once hot, add the tofu mixture and sauté for 5 minutes or until the mixture becomes slightly golden. Set aside.

Step 6

Once the batter is fermented, stir in the salt according to taste.

Step 7

Heat a dosa pan or a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with a few drops of oil.

Step 8

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the center of the pan. Using the back of the ladle, spread the batter into a thin, even circle.

Step 9

Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges begin to lift and the surface looks cooked. Optional: Drizzle a few drops of oil on the edges.

Step 10

Place a few tablespoons of the tofu paneer mixture on one half of the dosa. Gently fold the dosa over to encase the filling.

Step 11

Remove the dosa from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve the Dairy-Free Paneer Dosa hot with your favorite chutneys and sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1398.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1302.8

Total Fat 51.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3099.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 80.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1041.7mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 1927.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.0%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 42.3%