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    Kodo Millet Dosa | Varagu arisi dosa

    Posted on Apr 10, 2024 · Last Updated on Apr 10, 2024 by Sharmila Kingsly

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    Kodo Millet dosa is a healthy alternative to the regular dosa prepared with Idli Rice. It goes well with Sambar and chutney.

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    Kodo Millet Dosa

    Millet dosa is a healthy alternative to regular dosa. It tastes just like our Idli Rice Dosa and we have the satisfaction of having a healthy meal.

    They also pair well with Chutney and Sambar.

    Check out Bajra Dosa and Foxtail millet dosa recipe too.

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    • What is Millet ?
    • About Kodo Millet
    • Ingredients
    • How to make Kodo Millet Dosa
    • Tips & Variations
    • Serving Suggestions
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    What is Millet ?

    Millet is a small seeded grain which is similar to Rice. It is rich in fiber and a healthier replacement for rice. They are very popular in the Asian and African continents are they are widely cultivated here.

    Pearl Millet, Foxtail Millet, Proso Millet, Little Millet, Finger Millet, Kodo Millet are the most popular and commonly used millets.

    About Kodo Millet

     Kodo Millet is a type of millet. They are known as arikelu in Telugu, Varagu in Tamil, Varak in Malayalam, Arka in Kanna. Kodo Millet is also known as Kodo in Hindi and Kodra in Punjabi.

    Kodo is a great substitute for rice and wheat grains. They are also a rich source of Protein and fiber. The best thing about these crops are they keep us full for a long time. Kodo is widely cultivated in the Decan region or India and a larger amount in Nepal.

    Ingredients

    Kodo Millet - Use good quality millet. Make sure you wash well before soaking as it has small dirt or stone. Else use Organic millets.

    Urad Dal - Gives the fluffy texture to the dosa.

    Fenugreek - Fenugreek seeds helps in fermenting the batter easily and acts a natural yeast.

    Poha -Adding poha helps in giving a light and airy dosa. Millets usually has a dense texture , so adding poha makes the dosa light and fluffy.

    Ghee - ghee adds a amazing flavor to the dosa while cooking.

    Kodo Millet Dosa

    How to make Kodo Millet Dosa

      1.    Wash the millet , Urad Dal and fenugreek 3 or 4 times. Soak Kodo Millet, Urad Dal , Fenugreek seeds in water for about 4 hours. Add Poha to same bowl 30 mins before grinding. In a mixer or grinder first blend the Urad Dal like how we grind for dosa to a smooth consistency. Next grind soaked Kodo Millet until smooth.

    How to prepare Millet Dosa

    2.    Mix both the Urad Dal and Kodo Millet with hands. Add required salt and water. Combine well with hands and keep the bowl closed. Let the batter ferment overnight or upto 8 hours. Morning the batter would have fermented perfectly. Using a ladle mix the batter once again and add water only if needed and bring it to dosa batter consistency.

    How to prepare Millet Dosa

    3.   Heat Dosa tawa. Once its hot take a ladle full of batter and spread on the dosa Tawa. Drizzle ghee. After 30 secs or once the dosa comes out of the pan, flip and cook the next side.

    How to prepare Millet Dosa

    Cook until its crisp and golden. Remove the dos from the tawa. Healthy millet dos is now ready to serve.

     Varagu arisi dosa

    Tips & Variations

    We can replace kodo millet with any other millet as you prefer.

    Makes a perfect filling breakfast or Dinner.

    Serving Suggestions

    Dosa goes well with Chutney and Sambar. Serving with a dosa of filter coffee and Vadai makes it a ultimate breakfast combo.

    All varieties of sambar go well with dosa. We can serve Coconut Chutney or Peanut Chutney with dosa.

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    Kodo Millet Dosa
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    Kodo Millet Dosa | Varagu arisi dosa

    Kodo Millet dosa is a healthy alternative to the regular dosa prepared with Idli Rice. It goes well with Sambar and chutney.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time2 minutes mins
    Soaking Time4 hours hrs
    Total Time4 hours hrs 12 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 91kcal
    Author: Sharmila Kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Kodo Millet / Varagu arisi
    • ½ cup Urad Dal
    • 1 tsp Fenugreek Seeds
    • 2 tbsp Poha / Flattened Rice
    • Salt as needed
    • Water as needed
    • Oil/Ghee to drizzle

    Instructions 

    • Wash the millet , Urad Dal and fenugreek 3 or 4 times. Soak Kodo Millet, Urad Dal , Fenugreek seeds in water for about 4 hours. Add Poha to same bowl 30 mins before grinding.
    • In a mixer or grinder first blend the Urad Dal like how we grind for dosa to a smooth consistency. Next grind soaked Kodo Millet until smooth.
    • Mix both the Urad Dal and Kodo Millet with hands. Add required salt and water. Combine well with hands and keep the bowl closed.
    • Let the batter ferment overnight or upto 8 hours. Morning the batter would have fermented perfectly.
    • Using a ladle mix the batter once again and add water only if needed and bring it to dosa batter consistency.
    • Heat Dosa tawa. Once its hot take a ladle full of batter and spread on the dosa Tawa. Drizzle ghee. After 30 secs or once the dosa comes out of the pan, flip and cook the next side.
    • Cook until its crisp and golden. Remove the dos from the tawa. Healthy millet dos is now ready to serve.

    Notes

    Tips & Variations
    We can replace kodo millet with any other millet as you prefer.
    Makes a perfect filling breakfast or Dinner.
    Serving Suggestions
    Dosa goes well with Chutney and Sambar. Serving with a dosa of filter coffee and Vadai makes it a ultimate breakfast combo.
    All varieties of sambar go well with dosa. We can serve Coconut Chutney or Peanut Chutney with dosa.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1dosa | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.6g | Protein: 3.3g | Fat: 0.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 2.6g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

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    1. Priya Srinivasan says

      April 17, 2024 at 12:53 am

      5 stars
      Soft and spongy dosa. love using millets in our day today recipes. Millet idly/dosa batter is a regular at home. Fabulous recipe sharmila!

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    2. Srivalli Jetti says

      April 13, 2024 at 8:10 pm

      5 stars
      I love all millet based dosas..fantastic recipe Sharmila...

      Reply
    3. Motions and Emotions says

      September 25, 2018 at 11:34 pm

      Healthy and nutritious breakfast

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    4. Motions and Emotions says

      September 25, 2018 at 11:34 pm

      Healthy and nutritious brakfabre

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