Teresa's Recipes
Carrot Dosa
Experience the vibrant flavors of South India with this delightful Carrot Dosa, a healthy and nutritious breakfast option. Made from a fermented rice and lentil batter, this dosa is enriched with the natural sweetness of fresh grated carrots, aromatic spices, and a hint of heat from green chillies. Crisp on the edges and soft in the center, these dosas are perfect for dipping into coconut chutney or sambar, making for a wholesome start to your day. This dish not only nourishes the body but also carries a rich cultural heritage, originating from the southern regions of India where dosas are a staple breakfast item.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dosa batter
- 1 cup, grated Carrots
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 2, finely chopped (adjust to taste) Green chillies
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Coriander leaves
- to taste Salt
- for cooking Oil
- for serving Coconut chutney
- for serving Sambar
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Breakfast
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 28g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dosa batter, grated carrots, chopped onion, green chillies, coriander leaves, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or a traditional dosa pan over medium heat. If using a cast iron pan, ensure it is well-seasoned.
- Once the pan is hot, pour a ladleful of the batter onto the center and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.
- Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the dosa and cook until the bottom is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the dosa using a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Remove the dosa from the pan and keep it warm in a covered container. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve the carrot dosas hot with coconut chutney and sambar for a complete meal.
Tips
- For added flavor, you can sauté the chopped onions and green chillies in a little oil before mixing them into the batter.
- Feel free to experiment by adding other vegetables like grated zucchini or spinach into the batter for extra nutrition.
- If you prefer a spicier dosa, increase the number of green chillies or add a pinch of red chilli powder.