Vegan Vegetable Dosa

Vegan Vegetable Dosa is a delicious and crispy Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter, filled with a colorful medley of spiced vegetables. This wholesome dish is perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• Rice - 1 cup
• Split urad dal (black gram) - 1/4 cup
• Water - 1 1/2 cups (for batter)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cabbage (finely chopped) - 1/2 cup
• Carrot (grated) - 1/2 cup
• Green bell pepper (finely chopped) - 1/4 cup
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1/4 cup
• Mustard seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Curry leaves - 8-10 leaves
• Oil - for cooking
• Coriander leaves (chopped) - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the rice and urad dal separately under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked rice and dal and blend them together with 1 1/2 cups of water until smooth and slightly frothy. Transfer the batter to a large bowl.
3. Cover the bowl with a cloth and let it ferment in a warm place for 8-12 hours or until it has doubled in size and has bubbles on the surface.
4. Once fermented, add salt and turmeric powder to the batter and mix well. The batter should be of pouring consistency; add a little water if it's too thick.
5. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Once they start to splutter, add the chopped onion, cabbage, carrot, and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly soft. Remove from heat and let it cool.
6. Heat a non-stick dosa pan or skillet over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of the dosa batter onto the pan and spread it into a thin circle. Drizzle a little oil around the edges.
7. Cook the dosa for about 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and the surface is cooked through. Place a spoonful of the vegetable mixture in the center of the dosa and fold it over, cooking for an additional minute.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and vegetable filling. Serve the dosas hot, garnished with chopped coriander leaves, alongside coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, which aids digestion.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall health.

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