Rava dosa recipe - Deliciousness in Minutes

 Introduction                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rava dosa is a popular South Indian dish made from semolina (rava), rice flour and maida. Unlike traditional dosas that require fermentation, rava dosa is a quick and easy-to-make option that does not require soaking or fermentation of the batter. It is thin, crispy and has a doughy texture.                                 

Here is a unique and easy list of ingredients to make **Rava Dosa**:

### Ingredients:

- 1 cup **Rava** (Semolina) – the main ingredient that makes the dosa crispy

- ½ cup **Rice Flour** – gives the dosa that extra crispiness

- ¼ cup **Maida** – helps in binding the batter

- 1 small **Onion**, finely chopped – for a little sweetness and texture

- 1-2 **Green Chillies**, finely chopped – adds a little spiciness (choose the spices to your liking)

- 1 teaspoon **Grated Ginger** – adds freshness and heat

- 1 teaspoon **Cumin seeds** – for a subtle earthy flavour

- Few **Black Pepper** (optional) – for a chilli flavour

- Few **Curry Leaves**, chopped – for that authentic South Indian aroma

- 2 tablespoons **Fresh Coriander Leaves**, chopped – for freshness

- **salt to taste – adds the perfect balance of flavour**

- 2½ to 3 cups **water** – to get the perfect thin, liquid consistency for a crispy dosa

- **oil or ghee** – to cook the dosa and make it golden and crispy                                                                  This mix of simple, everyday ingredients makes a delicious batter that turns into crispy, tasty dosas in no time                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

 Easy step-by-step instructions for rava dosa

#### Step 1: Make the batter

1. **Mix the ingredients:**

- In a bowl, combine **1 cup semolina (rava)**, **½ cup rice flour**, and **¼ cup all-purpose flour**.

- Add **1 teaspoon cumin seeds**, **1 chopped onion**, **1-2 chopped green chilies**, **1 teaspoon grated ginger**, and a few **chopped curry leaves**.

- Add **salt to taste** and mix everything together.

2. **Add water:**

- Slowly add **2½ to 3 cups of water** and mix until the batter is thin and smooth.

3. **Let the batter rest:**

- Let the batter rest for **15-20 minutes** so that the semolina absorbs the water.

#### Step 2: Cook the Dosa

4. **Heat the pan:**

- Heat a non-stick or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.

5. **Grease the pan:**

- Spread a little oil or ghee on the hot pan using a paper towel.

6. **Pour the batter:**

- Stir the batter again. Pour a ladle of batter on the hot pan, starting from the edges and moving towards the center. The batter will spread automatically once you pour it on the pan.

7. **Pour the oil:**

- Pour a little oil or ghee on the edges of the dosa.

8. **Cook until crispy:**

- Cook for about **2-3 minutes** until the edges turn golden brown and the dosa becomes crispy.

#### Step 3: Serve

9. **Remove the dosa:**

- Gently lift the dosa with a spatula and fold or roll it in half.

10. **Enjoy:**

- Serve the rava dosa hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney or sambhar.

Now you are ready to enjoy your delicious rava dosa!

#### Step 1: Make the batter

1. **Mix the ingredients:**

- In a bowl, combine **1 cup semolina (rava)**, **½ cup rice flour**, and **¼ cup all-purpose flour**.

- Add **1 teaspoon cumin seeds**, **1 chopped onion**, **1-2 chopped green chilies**, **1 teaspoon grated ginger**, and a few **chopped curry leaves**.

- Add **salt to taste** and mix everything together.

2. **Add water:**

- Slowly add **2½ to 3 cups of water** and mix until the batter is thin and smooth.

3. **Let the batter rest:**

- Let the batter rest for **15-20 minutes** so that the semolina absorbs the water.

#### Step 2: Cook the Dosa

4. **Heat the pan:**

- Heat a non-stick or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.

5. **Grease the pan:**

- Spread a little oil or ghee on the hot pan using a paper towel.

6. **Pour the batter:**

- Stir the batter again. Pour a ladle of batter on the hot pan, starting from the edges and moving towards the center. The batter will spread automatically once you pour it on the pan.

7. **Pour the oil:**

- Pour a little oil or ghee on the edges of the dosa.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                     enjoy the tasty dish