14 September, 2015

Red rice dosa | Kempakki dosay |

Posted in : DIABETIC FRIENDLY RECIPES, Pancake| Dosay| Dosa| dose| on September 14, 2015 by : Divya Suresh Tags: BREAKFAST, diabetic friendly, healthy, home made, Kempakki dosay, nutritious, red rice dosa

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Red rice is unpolished, because of which it has many nutrients and natural vitamins, has a very high nutritional benefits when compared to white rice.

The red variety gets its rich colour from an antioxidant called anthocyanins, which are also found in deep purple or reddish fruits and vegetables. Rich in fiber, loaded with anti oxidants, protein, Iron and other nutrients. It is rich in magnesium, so good for bones & Asthma.

Its bran helps to lower bad cholesterol. It is very filling so reduces the risk of obesity. It is low in glycemic index so helps to lower blood sugar level. It is rich in vitamin B 6, which helps in the formation of red blood cells in the body.

So in this recipe major portion of ingredient used is red rice, lentils, red rice flakes and of course fenugreek seeds, which says that diabetic people also can relish on occasionally.

So…. here is the recipe of south Indian staple food, filling healthy breakfast dosay recipe explained with step by step pics and instructions.

Ingredients : measuring cup used – 250 ml

Red rice – 2 cups
white rice – 1 cup
Black gram lentil/Urad dal – 3/4 cup
Fenugreek seeds – 1 tbsp
Beaten rice (poha) -1/4 cup
Pigeon Pea/toor dal – 2 tbsp
Salt to taste
Oil/ghee to smear

PROCEDURE :

Rinse and soak all the ingredients except salt for 8-9 hours (red rice needs to be soaked for more time)
Drain all the water and grind into a smooth batter of dosay/dosa consistency using required amount of water and salt
Transfer into a bowl/container and keep it covered for fermentation for 6 to 8 hours or overnight