Dairy-Free Rava Dosa

Crispy, golden, and utterly satisfying, this Dairy-Free Rava Dosa is a lighter twist on the South Indian classic, perfect for quick breakfasts or savory snacks. Made with a blend of semolina, rice flour, and all-purpose flour, this thin, lacy dosa is naturally dairy-free and features a symphony of flavors from fresh ginger, green chilies, cumin seeds, and aromatic curry leaves. What makes it truly special is the effortless preparation—no fermentation required—allowing you to whip it up in just minutes. The batter, enriched with finely chopped onions and cilantro, creates a beautifully textured dosa with a delicate crunch. Pair this crowd-pleaser with coconut chutney or steaming sambar for a wholesome, plant-based meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply looking for a delicious dosa recipe, this Dairy-Free Rava Dosa checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (Rava)
• 0.5 cup Rice flour
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 2.5 cups Water
• 1 finely chopped Green chili
• 1 teaspoon, grated Ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon, crushed Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 5 leaves, chopped Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil or vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
• 1 small, finely chopped Onion

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the semolina, rice flour, and all-purpose flour.

Step 2

Add water gradually while stirring to prevent lumps, creating a smooth, thin batter.

Step 3

Mix in the chopped green chili, grated ginger, cumin seeds, crushed black pepper, salt, chopped curry leaves, chopped cilantro, and finely chopped onion. Stir to combine well.

Step 4

Let the batter rest for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Preheat a non-stick skillet or dosa tawa over medium-high heat. Lightly grease it with a bit of coconut oil or vegetable oil.

Step 6

Once hot, pour the batter from a height, in a circular motion, starting from the outer edges towards the center. The batter should spread and form a thin layer; it's normal to have some holes.

Step 7

Drizzle a little oil around the edges and over the dosa, allowing it to cook without sticking.

Step 8

Cook until the edges lift easily and the dosa turns golden brown and crispy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully lift the dosa using a flat spatula and fold it in half to serve.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining batter, re-greasing the pan as necessary.

Step 11

Serve the dairy-free rava dosa hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1425.8

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2394.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.6g
Protein 35.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.2mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 797.7mg	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: 19.8%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 69.9%