Welcome to our culinary journey! Today, we’re going to explore a regional variation of the classic dosa – Ragi Dosa, Assamese style. Made with ragi (finger millet) and rice, these dosas are not only crispy but also nutritious. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

To make Ragi Dosa (Assamese style), you will need:

• 1 cup Ragi (finger millet) flour
• 1/2 cup Rice flour
• 1/4 cup Semolina (sooji/rava)
• 1/2 cup Yogurt (curd)
• 1 Green chili, finely chopped
• 1 inch Ginger, grated
• 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
• A pinch of Asafoetida (hing)
• Salt to taste
• Water (as needed)
• Oil (for cooking)

Instructions

Step 1: Preparing the Batter

1. Mix flours: In a large mixing bowl, combine ragi flour, rice flour, semolina, yogurt, chopped green chili, grated ginger, cumin seeds, asafoetida, and salt.
2. Make batter: Gradually add water and mix well to form a smooth batter. The consistency should be similar to dosa batter. Allow the batter to ferment for 4-6 hours or overnight.

Step 2: Making Ragi Dosas

1. Heat a skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2. Prepare dosa: Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.
3. Drizzle oil: Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges of the dosa.
4. Cook until crispy: Cook until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for a minute.

Step 3: Serving

1. Serve hot: Remove from the skillet and serve the Ragi Dosas hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar.

Tips and Variations

• Fermentation: Fermentation helps in making dosas more flavorful and digestible.
• Thickness: Adjust the amount of water to achieve the desired thickness of the dosa batter.
• Additions: You can add finely chopped onions, coriander leaves, or grated carrots to the batter for additional flavor and nutrition.

Nutritional Benefits

Ragi is rich in calcium, iron, and dietary fiber, making Ragi Dosas a healthier alternative to regular dosas. They are gluten-free and suitable for those looking for nutritious breakfast options.

Enjoy making and relishing these crispy Ragi Dosas, Assamese style, with your loved ones!