Low Fat Dosai (South Indian Savory Pancake)

Experience the delightful flavors of South India with this Low Fat Dosai, a healthier take on the classic savory pancake. Made with a wholesome blend of rice, split urad dal, and a touch of fenugreek seeds, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of crispiness and softness without the excess oil, thanks to the use of cooking spray. Fermented overnight to develop its signature tangy flavor, this dosai batter is light, airy, and packed with gut-friendly nutrients. Easy to prepare and suitable for vegetarians, these dosais are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Serve them hot with coconut chutney or sambar for an authentic South Indian experience that’s light on calories but rich in taste. Whether you’re on a low-fat diet or simply looking to enjoy a healthy twist on a traditional favorite, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:480 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:510 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice
• 1 cup Split urad dal
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Water
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice and urad dal separately in ample water until it runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. In a smaller bowl, combine the urad dal and fenugreek seeds with 1 cup of water.

Step 3

Soak the rice and dal mixtures separately for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Drain both the rice and dal while reserving the soaking water.

Step 5

In a blender, first grind the urad dal and fenugreek seeds with a bit of reserved soaking water until smooth and fluffy.

Step 6

Next, grind the rice to a slightly coarse batter, using additional reserved water as needed.

Step 7

Mix together the rice batter with the urad dal batter in a large bowl. The consistency should be similar to pancake batter.

Step 8

Add salt and mix well. Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment overnight in a warm place until it doubles in size, making sure the batter becomes airy and has a slight sour smell.

Step 9

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly spray the skillet with cooking spray to ensure it’s evenly coated without excess oil.

Step 10

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin pancake.

Step 11

Cook until the surface looks dry and edges start lifting, around 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side for about 1 minute.

Step 12

Repeat the process for the remaining batter, ensuring to mix the batter well each time before pouring.

Step 13

Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1244.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1109.6

Total Fat 4.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3233.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 59.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 354.1mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 2090.8mg	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: 3.7%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 74.9%