The staple food of South India, Dosa is famous all over India and is known as the 'Pancake of India' in foreign countries. Made from rice batter, dosa is rich in protein and carbohydrates. Different types of dosa like mysore masala dosa, Pesarattu, neer dosa, benne dosa, etc. are cooked and relished in various parts of South India.
Masala dosa is very popular since it is delicious to taste and is packed with some key nutritional elements as well. A mixture of urad dal and rice batter, chopped raw onion or onion masala with stuffed potato enhance its taste seamlessly. It is appetizing, satiates your hunger and is easy to digest. Rich in fiber, urad dal improves your digestive system. People suffering from indigestion can include it in their daily diet to eventually get rid of indigestion.
We can have it in breakfast as it provides a lot of carbohydrates that energizes us for our daily routine. It can also be eaten as a snack in the evening. Dosa is also endowed with iron and calcium. Calcium takes care of the bone health whereas iron helps in producing important hormones of blood like hemoglobin and myoglobin. Being loaded with anti-oxidants, the onion in a masala dosa keeps your heart healthy.
It is extremely beneficial for people with problems of obesity. Dosa is low in fat and therefore is a good option for those who are on a diet. It also contains a lot of vitamins which are needed for tissue growth and repair.
It is widely speculated that dosa has originated in a town called Udipi which is located in the southern part of Karnataka. The present-day dosa is much thinner and crispier and comes in different flavors and shapes as well. It is presented in triangular or cone shape or is simply rolled and stuffed with veggies from inside. The sambar, made from pulses, is highly beneficial for health. Besides sambar, you can have it with coconut chutney as well. Coconut is rich in minerals like copper, manganese, zinc and is also a good source of B-complex vitamins.
Due to its mouth-watering taste, it is a favorite breakfast dish amongst teens. You can garnish it with chopped coriander leaves and green chillies and it tastes the best when served hot.
