Ragi Dosa is a healthy and delicious South Indian crepe made from finger millet flour (ragi). It’s a nutritious breakfast or snack option, and it’s gluten-free. Here’s a recipe to make ragi dosa:

Ingredients

For Ragi Dosa Batter:

• 1 cup finger millet (ragi) flour
• 1/2 cup rice flour
• 1/2 cup urad dal (black gram) flour
• Salt to taste
• Water

For the Dosa Topping (optional):

• Finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves
• Oil or ghee for cooking

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ragi Dosa Batter:

• In a mixing bowl, combine the finger millet (ragi) flour, rice flour, urad dal flour, and salt.
• Gradually add water while whisking to form a smooth and lump-free batter. The batter should have a consistency similar to regular dosa batter. It should be thin enough to spread easily on the griddle.

2. Ferment the Batter (Optional):

• You can allow the batter to ferment for a few hours or overnight, which will enhance the flavor and texture of the dosas. To do this, cover the batter with a lid and leave it at room temperature.

3. Prepare the Dosa Topping (Optional):

• Finely chop onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves. Keep them ready to use as a topping for the dosa.

4. Cook the Ragi Dosa:

• Heat a non-stick dosa griddle or a regular non-stick pan over medium heat. If your pan is not non-stick, lightly grease it with oil.
• Pour a ladleful of the ragi dosa batter onto the center of the hot griddle.
• Using the back of the ladle or a circular motion, spread the batter outward to form a thin, even dosa.
• Optionally, sprinkle the chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves evenly over the dosa.
• Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges of the dosa and a bit over the top (for a crispy texture).
• Cook the dosa until it turns golden brown and crispy on the bottom. This should take a few minutes.
• Flip the dosa and cook the other side for a minute or so until it’s cooked through and lightly browned.
• Remove the ragi dosa from the griddle and serve hot.

5. Serve:

• Serve the ragi dosa hot with coconut chutney, sambar, or any other side dish of your choice.

Ragi dosa is a nutritious and wholesome breakfast or snack option. It’s rich in calcium, fiber, and protein due to the finger millet flour, making it a great choice for those looking for gluten-free and healthier alternatives to regular dosas.