Author Archives: Arvind Krishnan

Chickpea Yogurt Dosa

17 Jan

Description

This is one of our most versatile dosa recipes and it can be made in just minutes. The yogurt provides a mild sourdough flavor to the dosa and it pairs well with any food that you would typically eat with a bread or wrap (but it’s gluten-free!). It’s also a great substitute for chips and goes great with dips and spreads.

Ingredients for dosa – Makes 3 to 4 dosas

• 1 cup plain yogurt

• 1/2 cup chickpea (garbanzo bean) flour

• 1/2 cup brown rice flour

• 1/2 cup water

• 1/4 tsp salt

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to form a smooth batter. Cover and let batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2 Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Depending on the desired thickness of your dosa, gradually stir in an additional 1 – 2 tbsp of water to the batter until you reach the desired batter consistency.

4. Pour 3 to 3.5 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 3 minutes.

4. Open the lid, and check. For a crispier dosa, cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.

5. Remove using the plastic spatula and enjoy with your favorite filling.

Ingredients for Herbed Chickpea Salad filling – Serves 2

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 cup any soft fresh herbs, stemmed and chopped. We like using parsley, mint, cilantro, and basil.

• 1/2 lemon, juiced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Feta Cheese, to taste (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and gently mix. Cover and let rest for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.

2 Taste and adjust seasonings by adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.

Cornmeal Crepe

17 Jan

Description

Cornmeal provides a wonderful sweet-savory flavorful and texture, and makes this an amazingly versatile crepe. Enjoy this as a sweet, dessert crepe with fresh berries and cream, or as savory crepe with filings such as scrambled or poached eggs and spinach. This crepe is a perfect complement to nearly any filling!

Ingredients – Makes 3-4 crepes

• 1/3 cup cornmeal

• 1/3 cup and 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2/3 cup milk of your choice

• 1 egg

• 1/8 tsp salt

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to form a smooth batter. Let batter rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the flour and cornmeal to hydrate.

2 Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Pour 3 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 1 minute 30 seconds.

4. Open the lid, check and if desired cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute depending on your preference.

5. Remove using the plastic spatula and enjoy as-is, or fill with berries and cream for a sweet dish, or scrambled or poached eggs and spinach for savory dish.

Margherita Pizza – using the DosaMaker!

17 Jan

Description

Yes, the DosaMaker is so versatile it even makes an amazing thin crust pizza in minutes! Next time you’re craving pizza skip the frozen pizza and try this. The crust gets a nice crispy surface without becoming dry or too chewy and tastes great. In the time it takes to warm-up your oven (not to mention cook a frozen pizza), you can have a fresh, homemade pizza with your favorite toppings!

Ingredients – Serves 2

• 1 package Pillsbury Thin Crust pizza dough – available in the refrigerated section

• 1 tomato, finely chopped, or your favorite pizza sauce

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or more if you prefer your pizza with extra cheese)

• Fresh basil or parsley, minced (optional)

If you want to add more vegetables, like mushrooms or green peppers, we recommend quickly sauteing these in a pan before using in this recipe.

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

2. Unroll the package of the pizza crust and use a knife to cut into eight squares, or shape as desired. The dough should be about 1/8 inch thick.

3. Place one of the squares of pizza crust in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 1 minute.

3. Open the lid, and using the plastic spatula remove the crust and place the cooked side up on a large plate. Increase the DosaMaker temperature setting to #2.

4. Add tomatoes (or sauce), any additional toppings, and cheese. When the DosaMaker has reached setting #2, place the crust on the bottom plate and move the lid to the Elevated Cooking Position. Cook for 4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

5. Remove using the plastic spatula, add the fresh basil or parsley, and enjoy!

Mint Chip Dosa

17 Jan

Description

Want a great way to eat spinach without realizing you’re eating spinach? This dosa gets its green color because it’s loaded with spinach, so while you’re enjoying a burst of mint and cocoa flavor you’re also eating your vegetables!

Ingredients – Makes 4 dosas

• 1 cup fresh spinach

• 1 cup oat flour (to make gluten-free make sure to use oat flour labeled as gluten-free)

• 1 and 1/4 cup almond milk (or dairy milk if you prefer)

• 1/2 tsp mint extract

• 2 tsp sugar

• 1 tbsp cocoa nibs (these can be labeled as cacao nibs by some brands), or mini chocolate chips if you prefer something sweeter.

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until the batter is smooth. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 5 minutes.

2 Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Pour 3 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 2 minutes.

4. Open the lid, flip the dosa, and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute depending on how crispy you prefer the dosa.

5. Remove using the plastic spatula and enjoy as-is, or with your favorite spread or yogurt.

Oatmeal “Cookie” Dosa

17 Jan

Description

If you have a sweet tooth this a must-try! We love oatmeal cookies and had to make a healthier dosa version so we could satisfy our cravings without feeling guilty. We use just a few simple ingredients and aren’t sure who likes this dosa more – kids or adults!

Ingredients – Makes 4 dosas

• 1 cup oats (to make gluten-free make sure to use oats labeled as gluten-free)

• 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt

• 3/4 cup water

• 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• 1/4 tsp salt

Optional Add-ins:

• 1/4 cup raisins (make sure to stir into the batter AFTER blending)

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

• 1 tsp orange zest

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until the batter is smooth.

2 Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Pour 3 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds.

4. Open the lid and check. For a crispier wrap, cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.

5. Remove using the plastic spatula and allow to cool. Enjoy as-is or use a wrap with your favorite filling.

Grain-Free Coconut Wrap

17 Jan

Description

This grain-free wrap uses tapioca and coconut flour, so it’s paleo-friedly! It has a wonderful coconut flavor and we love adding vegetables in the batter (we use zucchini in this picture). Personalize this recipe by adding in your favorite vegetables, herbs, and spices!

Ingredients – Makes 4 wraps

• 1/2 cup coconut flour

• 1 and 1/4 cup tapioca flour

• 2 eggs

• 1 cup coconut milk (ready to drink milk, not from the can)

• 5 tbsp water

• 1/2 tsp salt

• In the picture above we added 3/4 cup finely grated zucchini and we recommend adding your favorite vegetables!

Cooking Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to create a smooth batter. The batter consistency should thicker, and similar to pancake batter

2. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Pour 2.5 – 3 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds.

5. Open the lid and check. For a crispier wrap, cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.

6. Remove using the plastic spatula and allow to cool. Enjoy as-is or use a wrap with your favorite filling.

Grain-Free Cauliflower Wrap

17 Jan

Description

Following a Low-Carb or Keto diet? Try this tasty and versatile wrap! Riced cauliflower is a lot lighter feeling than most grains, and even if you aren’t seeking to cut carbs it’s a great way to squeeze more vegetables into your diet. You can use this wrap as sandwich wrap, tortilla or taco substitute, or even a pizza crust.

Ingredients – Makes 4 medium size wraps

• 1/2 cup riced or finely grated cauliflower

• 1/4 cup shredded cheese

• 2 egg whites

• 6 tbsp almond flour

• 2 tsp olive oil

• 1/ tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk to form a batter.

2. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Pour a heaping tablespoon (around 1/4 cup) of batter in the center of the bottom plate. Wait for 30 seconds for the batter to set then close the DosaMaker.

5. Cook for an additional 2mins 30seconds (3mins total cook time). Cook less if you want a softer wrap, or longer to create a crisp.

6. Remove using the plastic spatula and cool before serving. Use as a sandwich wrap, a tortilla substitute, or even as a pizza crust substitute.

Strawberry Banana Dosa

17 Jan

Description

This is one of our favorite dosa recipes for breakfast. It’s delicious, easy to make, and a healthy way to start your day!

To save time, blend the batter the night before so it’s ready to use in the morning.

Ingredients – Makes 3-4 Dosas

• 1/2 cup hulled strawberries (fresh or frozen)

• 1 banana

• 1 cup oat flour (to make gluten-free make sure to use oat flour labeled as gluten-free)

• 1/2 cup vanilla (or plain if you prefer) almond milk (you can also use dairy milk if you prefer)

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until the batter is smooth.

2. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #1. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil. For a unique twist, try coconut oil.

3. Depending on the desired thickness of your dosa, add 2-4 tbsp of additional almond milk or water to the batter until you reach the desired batter consistency.

4. Pour 3.5 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds.

5. Open the lid and check. For a crispier dosa, flip and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.

6. Remove using the plastic spatula and enjoy as-is, or serve with your favorite yogurt or fruit.

Tomato, Onion & Garlic Traditional Indian Dosa

17 Jan

Description

Here’s a flavorful twist on a traditional Indian dosa. In this recipe we add tomato, garlic, and onion to traditional Indian dosa batter, but don’t forget to try your favorite vegetables too. And for those who like their food on the spicy side, make sure to add the paprika or red chili powder!

You can cook this dosa like you would a traditional Indian dosa, or try cooking for extra time to create a dosa chip that’s full of flavor!

Ingredients – Makes 4 Dosas

• 1 cup traditional dosa batter. Click here to view our recipe, or you can use pre-made, fresh batter available at most Indian grocery stores.

• 1/2 large tomato, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves

• 4 tbsp onion, chopped

• 1/4 cup water, if necessary to thin batter

• For an extra burst of spice and color, add 1 tsp of chili powder or paprika

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine tomato, garlic, onion, and dosa batter in a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #2. Lightly coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

3. Depending on the desired thickness of your dosa, gradually add 1 – 2 tbsp of water to the batter until you reach the desired batter consistency.

4. Pour 3 oz of batter in the center of the bottom plate, gently close, and cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds.

5. Open the lid and check. For a crispier dosa, cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.

6. Remove using the plastic spatula and enjoy alone, or serve with your favorite filling, dip, or spread.

Whole Wheat Flatbread (Indian Roti)

17 Jan

Description

A fresh, homemade flatbread that’s extremely versatile. In Indian cuisine, rotis are typically eaten with cooked vegetables or curries, but they’re are also great to use as a wrap or tortilla.

Ingredients – Makes 4 flatbreads

• 1 cup whole wheat flour

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1/3 cup milk

Cooking Instructions

1. Melt butter in a heat safe cup in the microwave. Add the milk and stir.

2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually stir in the milk and butter mixture. Add more flour by the tablespoon if the dough is too sticky.

3. Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with flour, cover with plastic wrap and rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

4. Divide the dough into 4 sections and use a rolling pin or glass to roll each section into a rough circle. Cover with a damp towel while you roll out each flatbread.

5. Preheat the DosaMaker on setting #3. Coat the top and bottom cooking plates with cooking oil.

6. Place one of the flatbreads in the center of the bottom cooking plate, place the lid in the Elevated Cooking Position, and cook for 90 seconds.

7. Open, flip the flatbread, place the lid in Elevated Cooking Position, and continue cooking for another 90 seconds.

8. If desired, brush with butter before serving.