Vegan Onion Dosa

Crispy, golden-brown, and bursting with savory flavors, Vegan Onion Dosa is a delightful South Indian delicacy that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Made using a naturally fermented batter of rice, urad dal, and a hint of fenugreek seeds, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of crispiness and softness without any animal products. The dosa is topped with finely chopped onions, green chilies, and fragrant curry leaves, adding a spicy, aromatic twist to every bite. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this plant-based dosa is a healthier alternative to traditional versions while retaining its authentic taste. Pair it with coconut chutney or sambar for a wholesome, gluten-free meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Whether you're a seasoned dosa fan or new to Indian cuisine, this Vegan Onion Dosa recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rice
• 0.5 cup Urad Dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Green chili
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Oil
• 2 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice and urad dal under running water until the water runs clear. Soak them together in 2 cups of water for at least 4 hours.

Step 2

Add the fenugreek seeds to the soaking rice and urad dal mixture. After 4 hours, drain the excess water and transfer the mixture to a blender.

Step 3

Blend the soaked rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds into a smooth batter, adding water as needed to achieve a pancake batter-like consistency.

Step 4

Transfer the batter to a large bowl, cover, and allow it to ferment in a warm place for 8 to 12 hours or overnight.

Step 5

Meanwhile, finely chop the onion and green chili. Tear the curry leaves into small pieces.

Step 6

Once the batter has fermented, add salt and mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Heat a non-stick pan or dosa tawa over medium heat and add a few drops of oil. Spread the oil evenly with a cloth or spatula.

Step 8

Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the center of the pan, spreading it outward in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.

Step 9

Sprinkle chopped onions, green chilies, and curry leaves evenly over the dosa.

Step 10

Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the dosa and on top. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the edges begin to lift and the base is golden brown.

Step 11

Gently flip the dosa and cook the other side for an additional minute.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1326.7

Total Fat 59.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4375.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.1g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 259.3mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1467.2mg	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: 39.6%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 49.5%