Low Fat Rava Paniyaram

Delight in the wholesome goodness of Low Fat Rava Paniyaram, a quick and healthy South Indian snack perfect for any time of day. Made with rava (semolina) and yogurt, this recipe skips the deep frying in favor of a lightly greased paniyaram pan, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Infused with the aromatic flavors of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida, and studded with onions, green chilies, and grated coconut, these paniyarams are as flavorful as they are fluffy. With minimal oil and a short prep time, this low-fat dish is an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers craving a savory treat. Serve them hot with chutney or sambar for a deliciously satisfying bite that’s light on calories and big on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rava (semolina)
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 small Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 2 tablespoons Coconut, grated
• 2 teaspoons Oil
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of rava (semolina) and 0.5 cup of plain yogurt. Gradually add 0.5 cup of water while stirring to form a smooth batter. Let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow the rava to absorb some moisture.

Step 2

Meanwhile, finely chop 1 medium onion, 2 small green chilies, and 2 tablespoons of coriander leaves. Grate 1 teaspoon of ginger.

Step 3

Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add 0.5 teaspoon of mustard seeds and allow them to crackle. Add 0.5 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 8 curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing) and sauté briefly.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, green chilies, and grated ginger to the pan. Cook until the onions are translucent. Add 2 tablespoons of grated coconut and sauté for another minute. Take off the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Once cooled, add the sautéed mixture to the rava batter. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt (or to taste) and 0.25 teaspoon of baking soda. Mix everything well.

Step 6

Heat a paniyaram pan and lightly grease each of the cavities with the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil.

Step 7

Pour a spoonful of the batter into each cavity, filling them to 3/4 full. Cover the pan and cook on medium heat until the edges become golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Using a skewer or small spoon, gently flip each paniyaram and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Serve the low-fat rava paniyaram hot with your favorite chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(658.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030.0

Total Fat 19.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 7.3mg	0%
Sodium 1605.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 34.5g	0%

Vitamin D 58.8IU	0%
Calcium 348.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1168.7mg	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: 17.4%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 69.0%