Instant Rava Dosa Semolina Pancakes

Crispy, golden, and delightfully lacy, these Instant Rava Dosa Semolina Pancakes are a South Indian classic made quick and easy for busy mornings or spontaneous cravings. Crafted with a blend of semolina, rice flour, and all-purpose flour, this recipe requires no fermentation, relying instead on simple pantry staples and fresh aromatics like curry leaves, green chili, grated ginger, and onion for a burst of flavor. The batter, resembling buttermilk in consistency, spreads naturally on a hot skillet to form a delicate, net-like texture that crisps beautifully. Perfectly paired with coconut chutney, tangy tomato chutney, or hearty sambar, these savory pancakes offer a restaurant-quality experience right in your home. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few expert tips, enjoy this authentic Indian favorite that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Semolina (Rava)
• 0.5 cup Rice flour
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour (Maida)
• 0.5 cup Yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 medium Green chili (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 6 leaves Curry leaves (chopped)
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil or ghee (for greasing)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix until well incorporated.

Step 3

Add 2.5 cups of water gradually to create a thin, pourable batter. The consistency should resemble buttermilk. Add more water if needed.

Step 4

Stir in cumin seeds, green chili, grated ginger, chopped curry leaves, finely chopped onion, and salt. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to hydrate the semolina. During this time, check the consistency of the batter and add a little more water if it thickens.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet or dosa pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, lightly grease the pan with oil or ghee.

Step 7

Pour a ladleful of the batter in a circular motion starting from the edges of the pan and moving towards the center. The batter will spread unevenly, forming a lacy, net-like structure. Do not try to spread it with the ladle.

Step 8

Drizzle a few drops of oil or ghee around the edges of the dosa for crispiness.

Step 9

Cook the rava dosa over medium heat until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden and crispy (approximately 2-3 minutes). No need to flip the dosa.

Step 10

Carefully remove the dosa from the pan and transfer it to a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, stirring it often as the semolina tends to settle at the bottom.

Step 11

Serve the rava dosa hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar for an authentic experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1166.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1504.6

Total Fat 34.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 7.3mg	0%
Sodium 2476.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 41.7g	0%

Vitamin D 58.8IU	0%
Calcium 363.4mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 986.8mg	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: 20.9%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 67.8%