Weight-Loss Dosa! Why You Should Include Pesarattu In Your Diet 

By Sushmita Sengupta

Pesarattu, the green gram dosa from Andhra, is a source of very good plant-based protein. Protein induce satiety and helps your weight-loss goals 

Ingredients

– 200gm green gram – Water as required – Salt to taste – Oil – For Filling – 2 finely chopped onions – 100gm grated coconut (1 Cup) – Finely chopped coriander leaves – Salt to taste

Step 1

Soak green gram for 2 hours. Grind it with water into a thin and smooth batter. Adjust the consistency by adding more water 

Step 2

In another bowl, prepare the filling by mixing chopped onions, coriander, coconut and salt. 

Step 3

Heat tawa, pour a ladle of the green gram batter, and spread it outwards in a circular motion like dosa. 

Step 4

Cover and cook the dosa for 2 minutes, then pour a tsp oil on top. Let it cook for half a minute 

Step 5

Sprinkle the filling all over the dosa. Cook for a minute.Remove dosa gently from the side and flip. Serve hot with chutney.