Onion Rava dosa (Indian Pancake variety) is a popular South Indian breakfast which is very easy to prepare.
The batter is much thinner and the final look of the dosa is different and crisper. This type of dosa is made using semolina flour and spices along with onions. The best part about this batter is that it requires no grinding or fermenting and can be prepared instantly because you should not wait for food when you are hungry! 
Dosa can be for breakfast or as a snack. You can experiment with the ingredients, making it healthy by adding oats, millet or quinoa and enjoy a power packed, nutritious meal.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Onion Rava Dosa is a crispy and flavorful South Indian pancake made with semolina, rice flour, and spices, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
For Rava Dosa:
- 1 cup semolina
- 1 cup rice flour
- 4 tbsp wheat flour/all purpose flour
- 2-3 green <g class=”gr_ gr_78 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling multiReplace” id=”78″ data-gr-id=”78″>chillies</g>
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 ” ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp peppercorns
- 4-5 curry leaves
- Salt (to taste)
- Buttermilk as required
For tempering:
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- Pinch of asafoetida
- Ghee as required
- Cooking oil as required
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add unroasted semolina (sooji or <g class=”gr_ gr_76 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”76″ data-gr-id=”76″>rava</g>), rice flour, wheat or <g class=”gr_ gr_77 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”77″ data-gr-id=”77″>all purpose</g> flour, grated ginger, green <g class=”gr_ gr_82 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling multiReplace” id=”82″ data-gr-id=”82″>chillies</g>, chopped onions, cilantro, peppercorns, curry leaves, and salt.
- Make a thin batter using homemade or store-bought buttermilk. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes. Please note, the batter should be thin and not thick and have no lumps.
- In a <g class=”gr_ gr_72 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”72″ data-gr-id=”72″>tadka</g> pan, temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Add this tempering to the batter. Mix it.
- Prepare the <g class=”gr_ gr_74 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”74″ data-gr-id=”74″>rava</g> dosa. Heat a non-stick <g class=”gr_ gr_75 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”75″ data-gr-id=”75″>tava</g>, smear a little oil using an onion or paper towel. Using a small bowl, pour the batter starting from the outside and moving to the center. Sprinkle ghee on top and let it cook for a minute or <g class=”gr_ gr_73 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_disable_anim_appear Punctuation only-del replaceWithoutSep” id=”73″ data-gr-id=”73″>two,</g> until you can see it browning and becoming crisp.
- Carefully flip the dosa and cook the other side the same way.
- Remove from the pan and serve immediately with coconut chutney and/or <g class=”gr_ gr_69 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling” id=”69″ data-gr-id=”69″>sambhar</g>.
- Notes
Notes
This dosa does not require fermentation, making it a quick option for breakfast. You can customize the batter by adding oats, millet, or quinoa for a healthier version. Serve with coconut chutney or sambar for a traditional touch. Store leftover batter in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dosa
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of flour is used in Onion Rava Dosa?
Onion Rava Dosa is made using semolina flour, which gives it a unique texture and crispiness.
Do I need to ferment the batter for Onion Rava Dosa?
No, the batter for Onion Rava Dosa does not require any fermentation, making it quick and easy to prepare.
Can I add vegetables other than onions to the dosa batter?
Yes, you can experiment by adding other vegetables like grated carrots or chopped spinach to enhance the nutrition and flavor of the dosa.
This looks so amazingly crispy! Can’t wait to try it!