Brown Rice Dosa recipe

 

Brown Rice Dosa

This recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic South Indian breakfast staple, using nutritious brown rice instead of white rice.

Yields: 4 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Soaking time: 6-8 hours

Fermentation time: 8-12 hours

Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

 * 1 cup brown rice

 * 1/2 cup urad dal (split black gram)

 * 1 tablespoon chana dal (split Bengal gram)

 * 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi)

 * Salt to taste

 * Water for soaking and grinding

 * Oil for cooking

Instructions:

 * Soaking:

   * Wash the brown rice, urad dal, chana dal, and fenugreek seeds thoroughly under running water.

   * Soak all the ingredients together in enough water for at least 6-8 hours, or overnight.

 * Grinding:

   * Drain the soaked ingredients and grind them separately in a blender or grinder, adding water gradually to achieve a smooth batter.

   * The urad dal batter should be slightly thinner than the brown rice batter.

 * Mixing and Fermenting:

   * Combine the urad dal batter and brown rice batter in a large bowl.

   * Add salt to taste and mix well.

   * Cover the bowl with a lid or a clean cloth and let it ferment in a warm place for 8-12 hours, or until it becomes slightly bubbly.

 * Making the Dosa:

   * Heat a non-stick tawa or dosa pan over medium heat.

   * Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot tawa and spread it evenly in a circular motion to form a thin, round crepe.

   * Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook until the edges turn golden brown and the dosa peels away easily from the tawa.

   * Flip the dosa and cook for a few seconds on the other side.

 * Serving:

   * Serve hot with sambar, chutney, or your favorite accompaniments.

Tips:

 * For a crispier dosa, use a slightly thicker batter.

 * If the batter is too thick, add a little water and mix well.

 * Adjust the fermentation time based on the temperature of your kitchen.

 * You can add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the batter for extra flavor.

 * Experiment with different types of brown rice for variations in taste and texture.

Enjoy your healthy and delicious Brown Rice Dosa!

Please note: This recipe provides a basic framework. You can adjust the ingredients and proportions to your liking.