Healthy, Gluten-Free, Protein-Rich Quinoa and Green Gram Dosai (Pesarattu) Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup white quinoa
• 1 cup green gram (pachai payaru, green mung beans)
• 2 green chilies
• 12 grams ginger
• 1 tablespoon cilantro
• 1.5 to 2 teaspoons salt
• 3/4 to 1 cup water
• 5 to 6 teaspoons oil (for making dosas)

Instructions

1. 1

   Thoroughly rinse the quinoa and green mung beans in a bowl. Soak them in water for 6 to 8 hours (overnight works, too).

2. 2

   Drain and transfer them to a blender. Add the green chilies, ginger, cilantro, and salt. Grind into a smooth batter, adding ¾ to 1 cup of water.

3. 3

   Since this batter doesn't require fermentation, you can start making dosas immediately. But no harm in fermenting the dosa.

4. 4

   Heat a well-seasoned cast-iron pan. When hot, reduce the heat to medium-low.

5. 5

   Pour a ladleful of batter and gently spread it in a circular motion.

6. 6

   Drizzle about ½ teaspoon of oil around the edges. Let it cook until the top sets and changes color.

7. 7

   Flip the dosa and cook for another 15–20 seconds, then remove it from the pan.

8. 8

   Serve hot with your favorite chutneys or curries. Enjoy this gluten-free, protein-rich, and healthy meal!