Masala Dosa

Never thought you could make an Indian Dosa from home? Think again! It’s really not as difficult as it looks! In fact, this Masala Dosa is quite simple, with simple ingredients. This recipe comes together in just about 30 minutes. It’s a great meal when you’re craving something new and different on your table and you’re running short on time. Although simple, don’t worry, it still delivers on nutritional benefits and flavor.

Ingredients for Masala Dosa:

Mini Potatoes- The substance of this recipe and a great ingredient to hold the flavor. It’s going to soak up that flavor from the sautéed ginger in the oil and create a delicious filling.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil- We’re using EVOO as a healthier option to saute our ginger and bell pepper.

Red Bell Pepper- A little added nutrition and vitamin C to this dish. It pairs very nicely with the potatoes and the ginger and adds a pop of color to the recipe.

Fresh Ginger- The essential key to the flavor of this dosa. Fresh ginger is going to be key!

Lemon Juice- The lemon juice helps mix all the flavors together but also is just a great way to enhance the taste of the meal.

Cilantro- Another flavor enhancer and a great little added nutrition. It also adds color to the filling, making it appear more beautiful.

Chickpea Flour- Adding this type of flour to the dosa gives it a bit more depth and nutritional benefits. The Dosa is going to be less light and airy and a little more hearty and filling. It adds great flavor as well.

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All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour- This flour is mixed with the chickpea flour to keep it light and a bit fluffy. Think of it as a thin pancake or similar to a crepe.

Baking Soda- This is going to add softness and fluffiness to the dosa. You won’t want to skip this ingredient.

Water- We need some liquid to mix the dry ingredients together to form a dough and we simply use water to do the trick. It doesn’t need to be at any certain temperature (as there is no yeast in this dough). Once you have a somewhat liquid consistency (but batter like), it’s ready to go!

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Ingredients:

• 4 cups Mini Potatoes (quartered)
• 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
• 1 Red Bell Pepper (seeds removed, diced)
• 1 tbsp Ginger (peeled, grated)
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 cup Chickpea Flour
• 1/2 cup All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour
• 1/8 tsp Baking Soda
• 1 1/2 cups Water

Directions:

1. Set the potatoes in a steaming basket over boiling water and cover. Steam for about 10 minutes, or until tender. Set aside.
2. Heat 1/3 of the oil over medium-high heat in a pan or skillet. Cook the red bell pepper and ginger until soft, about five minutes. Add the steamed potatoes and mash with a wooden spoon. Add the lemon juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, all purpose flour, baking soda and water. Season with salt (optional).
4. To create the dosas, heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Pour about 1/2 cup of batter and gently swirl to spread it into a thin layer. Cook for about one to two minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining batter, using more oil as needed.
5. Divide the dosa onto plates and add the potato-pepper stuffing. Fold over and enjoy!

Notes:

• Leftovers- This recipe is best enjoyed immediately but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to four days.
• Serving Size- One serving is approximately one 9-inch dosa with one cup of potato-pepper stuffing. Recipe makes 5 servings.
• More Flavor- Add onion, red chili peppers, and/or mustard seeds before cooking the red bell peppers.
• Additional Toppings- Serve with chutney.
• Flours- This recipe was developed and tested using Bob’s Red Mill Garbanzo Bean (Chickpea) Flour and All Purpose Gluten-Free Flour. Results may vary if using other types/brands of flour.

Health Insights:

• Dietary Fiber- The mini potatoes and chickpea flour in this recipe are high in dietary fiber. Fiber is essential for a healthy digestive system, it helps to maintain bowel health and aids in achieving a healthy weight.
• Immune System- The red bell pepper and lemon juice provide a good source of Vitamin C, which is known to boost the immune system, promote healthy skin, and increase iron absorption.
• Heart Health- The recipe includes ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and chickpea flour, which are known to be good for heart health. They contain monounsaturated fats which can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and provide nutrients to help maintain cells and immune function.