Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe – Healthy & Crispy Finger Millet Dosa
Ragi dosa is a nutritious and delicious South Indian dish made with finger millet flour (ragi). This instant version requires no fermentation, making it a quick healthy breakfast or dinner option. Packed with fibre, calcium, and iron, ragi dosa is an excellent choice for a wholesome meal. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Instant Ragi Dosa?
- Quick & Easy: No fermentation required.
- Gluten-Free & Vegan: Suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Nutrient-rich: High in fibre, calcium, and iron.
- Crispy & Delicious: Perfect texture with minimal effort.
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Essential Ingredients Perfect Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe
- Ragi flour – The key ingredient, rich in fibre and nutrients.
- Semolina – Adds crispiness to the dosa.
- Rice flour – Enhances texture and crispiness.
- Salt – Balances the flavours.
- Cumin seeds – Add a mild earthy flavour.
- Asafoetida – Helps with digestion and enhances the taste.
- Ginger-garlic & Green chilli paste – Adds a rich and aromatic taste and subtle heat to the dosa.
- Oil – Used for cooking and greasing the pan.
- Water – Helps to adjust the right batter consistency.
How To Make a Perfect Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe
Prepare the Batter
- In a mixing bowl combine ragi flour, rice flour, and semolina.
- Add curd and mix well.
- Gradually add water to form a lump-free thick batter.
- Add salt, cumin seeds, asafoetida, ginger-garlic and green chilli paste.
- Let it rest for 10-15 minutes then whisk well and add water to form a thin, flowing batter.
Cook the Dosa
- Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tawa on medium heat.
- Grease it lightly with oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter in a circular motion, starting from the edges towards the center.
- Drizzle a little oil around the edges and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until crispy.
- Flip and cook the other side for another minute (optional for extra crispiness).
- Remove from the pan and repeat for the remaining batter.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve hot with coconut chutney, peanut chutney, or sambar for a delicious meal.
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Tips for Perfect Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe
- Ensure the batter is thin for lacy, crispy dosas.
- Use a well-heated tawa for even cooking.
- If the batter thickens, add a little water before making the next dosa.
- For a richer taste, add grated carrots or chopped curry leaves.
FAQs About Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe
Is ragi dosa good for weight loss?
Yes! Ragi is high in fibre and helps you full for longer, making it a great choice for weight management.
How to make ragi dosa without rice flour?
Skip the rice flour and use more ragi flour. The dosa may be slightly softer but still delicious.
Can I store ragi dosa batter?
Yes, you can refrigerate the batter for up to 1 day. Stir well before use.
🥣 Storing Suggestions
- Batter Storage: Store leftover ragi dosa batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Stir well before using.
- Cooked Dosa Storage: You can refrigerate cooked ragi dosas for up to 2 days. Reheat on a tawa before serving.
- Freezing: While not ideal, you can freeze ragi dosa batter for up to 1 week. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir well before use.
Serving Suggestions
- With Chutneys: Serve with coconut chutney, Tomato Peanut chutney, or No onion garlic peanut chutney for an authentic taste.
- With Sambar: Pair with hot sambar for a complete South Indian meal.
- With Yogurt: Enjoy with spiced curd or raita for a refreshing twist.
- With Jaggery & Ghee: For a mildly sweet variation, drizzle melted ghee over the dosa and serve with jaggery.
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Instant Ragi Dosa Recipe – Healthy & Crispy Finger Millet Dosa
A quick and easy Instant Ragi Dosa recipe that requires no fermentation! This healthy, gluten-free, and crispy dosa is perfect for breakfast or dinner.
Yield: 4
Calories:
Materials
- 1 cup ragi flour finger millet flour
- 1/2 cup rice flour for crispiness
- 1/2 cup semolina
- 1 cup curd skip for vegan option
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/4 tsp Asafoetida Hing
- 1 tsp ginger garlic and green chilli paste
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1½ cups water adjust as needed
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a mixing bowl combine ragi flour, semolina, rice flour, salt, cumin seeds, Asafoetida, ginger garlic and green chilli paste.
- Add curd (if using) and mix well.
- Gradually add water to form a thin, flowing batter. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Cook the Dosa:
- Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tawa on medium heat.
- Lightly grease with oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter in a circular motion, starting from the edges toward the center.
- Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook for 2-3 minutes until crispy.
- Flip and cook for another minute (optional).
- Remove and repeat for the remaining batter.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve hot with coconut chutney, peanut chutney, or sambar.
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Notes
Ensure the batter is thin for crispy dosas. If the batter thickens, add a little water before making the next dosa.
For a richer taste, add grated carrots or chopped curry leaves.
For a richer taste, add grated carrots or chopped curry leaves.
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