Dosa: A South Indian Specialty

Originating in the southern part of India, Dosa is a tasty rice pancake that’s commonly eaten for breakfast. It gives the ideal kickstart to your day as it has the right amount of carbs and protein, minus the saturated fats and sugars.  The thin batter-based pancake is made from a fermented batter predominantly consisting of lentils and rice. Its main ingredients are rice and black gram ground together in a fine, smooth batter with a dash of salt, then fermented. This makes Dosa a great option for those amongst us who are on a gluten-free diet!

Dosa is known to exist since the 5th century AD. It is believed that the crepe was found initially in the Temple streets of Udipi, Karnataka. As time progressed, several variations of the dish came into being and many different fillings. So, what is inside a Dosa? The most popular among them are the…