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Rava Dosa?? Ah… what??
Yes, I know that there are probably not too many of you that are familiar with rava dosa, and really I was not either, but I did some reading and discovered that basically, rava dosa are Indian style crepes.
They are so good. And a tad easier than regular French crepes too!
I have kind of been on an Indian food kick lately. I think because of summer and the fact that they use a lot a vegetables and spices, both of which I love. Whatever the reason, I am so glad I made this recipe. It’s something totally outside my comfort zone. I mean, there is no cheese for one. I know, I know, can you even believe I was able to do it?
Not gonna lie, it was tough, but this is so flavorful and creamy on its own that cheese is not really needed. BUT goat cheese would be extra freaking delicious sprinkled on top. I know this for a fact because I kind of maybe added a little for the second round, when I reheated them for dinner. My willpower apparently sucks.
Anyway, I know that sometimes foods from other cultures can be a little intimidating. I completely get that, I do. But it is so time to get over it and branch out a little because if you don’t you are totally missing out on some of the best foods.
And it’s obviously way cheaper to cook at home than to go to some fancy Indian restaurant that honestly probably does not even taste as good as if you were to make it yourself.
The Rava Dosa is really easy to make. Easier than crepes because they flip a lot easier, tear way less and you do not even need to swirl the pan. You just pour the batter in a circular motion working from the outside in. Then you fill in any big holes with more batter and just let the dosa cook like a pancake. Simple as that.
For the masala I used loads of zucchini, summer squash and yes, more tomatoes. That is three recipes (and counting) with tomatoes in them this week. I really hope you guys like tomatoes because I feel like there is no stopping my tomato obsession this summer.
If you wanted to make this meal for the meat people in your family just sauté some diced chicken breasts or even add in some lamb or beef. Really you can adapt this recipe to whatever your needs are. The day I made this it was just me and my older brother Brendan, so he was totally cool with just the chickpeas (he is the only one in my family who will eat them in their original form, meaning not mashed into burgers and such). Which is sort of the reason I went for this type of dish.
I could never serve a completely vegan meal with any other family member besides Bren, the rest NEED meat. Typical boys.
I need to get across to you guys that if you are into indian flavors you have to give this a try. It’s super quick and easy, making it the perfect meal for any night of the week. It’s also not so spicy that kids will not enjoy it…that is unless they aren’t into vegetables, like most of the picky brothers? If that’s the case, sorry, I can’t tell you how to get around the veggies with this one.
I do want to mention that this is kind of a cozy meal, making it the perfect end of summer meal that can also easily transition into early fall. I made it on one of those summer days that decide to give you a glimpse into fall.
Lastly, this dish is super healthy too. Which is probably a good thing since tomorrow is Friday. Of course with Friday comes weekend indulgences… at least at this house!
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You are gonna freak over that masala filling though.
Love to try recipe, we love Indian food, but what is semolina flour? We have Indian friend who gives her kids dosa with Nutella!
Whoa, dosa with nutella sounds incredible!!
Semolina flour is made from the durum wheat. It is used to make pasta a lot of times. You can buy here on Amazon.
Could this post have possibly had better timing? My sister has been just recently begging me to start making some Indian food. And she loves chickpeas is pretty much anything. I’m totally going to have to try making this! I can see that filling tasting really awesome over rice or even gluten-free pasta.
Pinning for now!
Thanks for pinning, Abbie! Hope you had a great weekend!
We made this last night! Super easy, fast and delicious! A perfect Friday night- instead of Indian take-out.
So happy you loved this! Thanks!
This looks absolutely delicious! I will have to make this soon! I have lots of cherry tomatoes coming in right now so these will work out just great…and they are so good! There is so much difference in the taste of fresh vegetables in season…just delicious! I prepared some fresh corn on the cob a few days ago and it is amazing at how just throwing it in a pan and boiling it for few minutes…adding a few dollops of real butter…can produce such a sweet and yummy taste…with nothing else on it…not even salt or pepper! I love fresh squash too!
Thank you so much, Susan! Gotta love fresh summer veggies! 🙂
im always intimidated by dosa but you have made it look so easy…
Wow, I could look at your photos all day! Gorgeous photography! 🙂 What kind of camera do you use?
THANK YOU! I use a cannon 7d. 🙂
Those indian crepes look unreal! I obviously have to try these STAT. (Also, dying to hear an update on your studio! Hope it’s coming along, well!)
Thank you!
And an update will come soon, it is combing along good. A little slow, but good! 🙂
haha, you got it! Definitely not familiar with this, but the photos speak for themselves…this looks awesome!
THANK YOU! 🙂
Your photos are beautiful – I hope you ate these out of the pan!
Thank you! We sure did! 🙂
Looks delisoius and healthy. And the colors, amazing, Tieghan.
Thank you!
I love these flavors, what a gorgeous summer meal!
Thank you! 🙂
No cheese? Or chocolate? Hmm. I {suppose} it’s okay every once in a while! Thank you so much for this recipe! Please share as many Indian recipes as possible!
Haha! I know, right??
Thanks so much, Amber!
A Must-try! Looks Awesome and I have no doubt it will be absolutely delicious. Keep the inspiration coming 🙂
Thank you so much, Melissa!
Rava dosas are one of my favorite things to eat, hands down! I usually have mine filled with spicy mustard seed potato and lentil filling, and smother them with cilantro chutney. SO GOOD. Definitely going to try your version!
Wow, that sounds delicious!! I have to try your filling!
I’m obsessed with all things Indian AND crepe…I had never heard of Rava Dosas and now I’m anxious to try them! Thanks for edumukating me, Tieghan!
You have to try them, you will love them! 🙂