Onion Rava Masala Dosa Recipe
Onion Rava Masala Dosa is a popular South Indian recipe that is made with rava (semolina) and onions. The dosa batter is mixed with onions and spices to create a tangy and flavorful filling that is sandwiched between two layers of crispy and golden rava dosa. This dish is typically served with coconut chutney, sambar, and a drizzle of ghee on top.
Ingredients
- 1 cup suji / rava / semolina rava
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour / maida
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
- 1 tsp mustard seeds / rai
- 1 tsp urad dal
- 1 tsp chana dal / bengal gram
- 1 tsp curry leaves
- 2 green chillies chopped
- 2 onions thinly sliced
- Oil for cooking
- Water as needed
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Prep Steps:
- Soak the semolina in water for 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the semolina, rice flour, all-purpose flour, and salt.
- Add water as needed to form a batter that is of dosa batter consistency.
- Cover and let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal, and curry leaves.
- Once the seeds begin to crackle, add the green chilies and sliced onions.
- Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, then set aside.
Cooking Steps:
- Heat a non-stick griddle or dosa pan over medium heat.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it out evenly in a circular motion to form a thin and crispy dosa.
- Spoon a generous amount of the onion masala filling onto one half of the dosa.
- Fold the dosa over the filling and cook for another minute or until crispy and golden brown.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter and filling.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney or tomato ketchup, if desired.
Equipment Used for This Recipe
- Serving Plate
Notes & Tips
Notes & Comments:
- If the batter is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
- For a spicier dosa, add more green chilies or chili powder to the batter or filling.
- To make a healthier version, use olive oil or coconut oil
- It is recommended to use a griddle or a non-stick pan for making the dosas as it prevents the batter from sticking to the pan and also helps in evenly cooking the dosas. A large mixing bowl and a whisk or fork are required for mixing the batter, while a spatula is used for spreading the batter on the pan and flipping the dosa. Measuring cups and spoons are essential for measuring the ingredients accurately. A knife and cutting board are needed for chopping the vegetables. Finally, a serving plate is required to serve the hot and crispy Onion Rava Masala Dosas.
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Onion Rava Masala Dosa Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
397
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.3
g
2
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Sodium
79
mg
3
%
Potassium
220
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
83
g
28
%
Fiber
5
g
21
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
101
IU
2
%
Vitamin B1
1
mg
67
%
Vitamin B2
0.3
mg
18
%
Vitamin B3
33
mg
165
%
Vitamin B5
1
mg
10
%
Vitamin B6
0.3
mg
15
%
Vitamin C
56
mg
68
%
Vitamin E
0.2
mg
1
%
Vitamin K
0.3
µg
0
%
Calcium
46
mg
5
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
Magnesium
48
mg
12
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.