Healthy Dhosai Recipes for Kids and Elders – No Rice Versions

 Healthy Dhosai Recipes for Kids and Elders – No Rice Versions

• With regard to dhosai (or dosa), when we think about it, the first thing that builds up in our minds is about the traditional rice and urad dal batter. What happens when you want to reduce the amount of rice due to health reasons such as need to regulate blood glucose, minimize carbohydrates or simply need to switch to a healthier option to children and elders?
• There is good news, there are lots and lots of healthy dhosai recipes that doesn t require rice and they are equally tasty (perhaps even better)! I began trying them with my mother who was asked to cut down on white rice and I was also searching something healthier in the tiffin box of my little niece. The result? Indeed some fabulous healthy dosas which are loved by the entire family.
• Listed below are 7 healthy, non-rice dhosai that do not require too much preparation and can also be a nutritious meal at any age 7 no-rice dhosai recipes With a bunch of no-rice dhosai variants stocked in the refrigerator, it will be a breeze to pack nutritious dhosai meals for anyone, especially children, the elderly, and those who want to eat clean.

1. Green Moong Dhosai ( Pesarattu ):

• This is normally one of the favorite Andhra dishes and this one does not require fermentation or the use of rice since this is prepared with the green gram (whole moong dal) which is very rich in proteins as being a dosa.
• The whole green moong, ginger, green chilli, cumin and salt were used.
• Its healthiness lies in the fact that it is digestible easily, contains a lot of protein and fibre.
• My hint:
• So as to provide the dish with additional taste and appeal You ought to put some finely chopped up onions or grated carrot on the top of the dish.

2. Oats Dhosai:

• Oats are also considered to reduce cholesterol and enhance digestion. Oats dosa is spongy, some bit nutty and very ideal to those kids who cannot handle porridge of oats.
• The list of ingredients includes spices, oats (ground), rava/sooji and curd.
• Why it is healthy: High in fibre and is heart healthy.
• Comes out best with: Tomato chutney or mint chutney.

3. Ragi Dhosai :

• Ragi is an ancient staple millet which our grand mothers swore by. It is refreshing, calcium-enriched and optimum food of growing children and ageing parents.
• Recipe: Ragi flour, urad dal(optional), buttermilk or water.
•  Why it is good: Fortifies the bones and sits well with the diabetics.
• My mom: This is my mothers favorite with garlic chutney and she refers to this as her power breakfast!

4. Wheat Dhosai (Godhuma Dosa):

• This dosa is fluffy, substantially chewy, and healthy, using whole wheat flour. It is one of the simplest dosas which are prepared in a short time.
• Ingredients: wheat flour, cumin, salt, cut onions (optional).
• Why it is healthy: Fibre rich, fast digesting and satiating.
•  Flash type: No soaking and fermenting. Combine and stir and fry!

5. Quinoa Dhosai:

• Quinoa is also a seed with high concentration of proteins and it can perfectly replace rice. Well, it is a fairly expensive one, still, it is so pretty, to have in the house, when you want to be ritzy.
• Quinoa Quinoa, urad dal, methi seeds. 
•  Positive features: It is gluten free, rich in protein and heart friendly.
• Bonus: Addition of other nutrients can be done by adding spinach or coriander in the batter.

6. Bajra Dhosai :

• Bajra is a rural millet that is common in most areas of India. This is warming and therefore very good during winter.
• Urad one (or moong dal), bajra flour, salt.
• The reasons it is healthy: makes you satiate, aids digestion, and balances the blood sugar.
• Service suggestion: Serve it with jaggery and ghee to feel good.

7. Moong Dal Dhosai: 

• It is a spongy fancy dosa which is cooked with the use of yellow moong dal. It does not burden the stomach and it applies to the older individuals who would prefer to rely on less heavy food to chew and digest.
•  Ingredients Moong dal, Gingelly, green chilli (optional).
• The reason that is good: it contains a lot of protein, is easy to digest, and it does not damage the stomach.
• Child friendly: Add a pinch of jeera, and eat it along with a mild coconut chutney.

 So Why These Dhosai Are Awesome at All-Ages:

•  None of the white rice- Reduces the glycaemia index and helps in weight management.
•  Protein plus fibre rich - Makes you satiated and healthy.
•  Fast paces: Majority of them do not need fermentation.
• Adaptable to your taste- You can be creative with vegetables, herbs or light spices.
• Naturally gluten-free (not wheat variety) - Vegetable carrageenan- Good to sensitive tummies.
• All the best in my kitchen to yours...
• When I began to prepare these dosas in my family, I was not sure how they would take it. My niece displayed skepticism towards anything I called a “brown dosa†(ragi) and my mother considered the green one (pesarattu) strange. but having tried them they were hooked--ebbing and flowing out with the appropriate chutney and a bit of TLC.
• The recipes do not only taste good but also tug at our history- The millets, lentils and healthy grains that we used to eat and not the bread and buns. And now we are just going back to those roots on a new basis.

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