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Dosa

Also known as தோசை, Dosai

A thin crepe from a fermented rice-and-urad-lentil batter, spread wafer-thin on a hot griddle until the edges turn lacy and crisp.

Method
Fermented Griddle Crepe
Hydration
105%
water to flour
Glycemic index
77
High GI
Energy
168 kcal
per 100 g

Sensory profile

sourness
6
sweetness
1
crispiness
6
chewiness
2
aroma
5
moistness
4

Scale 0–10

Nutrition

per 100 g
Energy168 kcal
Protein4 g
Carbohydrates30 g
of which sugars0.5 g
Fat3.5 g
Fiber1.5 g
Sodium290 mg

Typical values; recipes vary.

Texture

  • Lacy crisp edges
  • Thin tangy crepe

Typical ingredients

  • Rice Flour
  • Lentil
  • Water
  • Salt
  • Fat / Butter

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