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    Surnali Dosa

    Published: Jul 25, 2016 · Modified: Jun 28, 2020 by Kushi · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Surnali Dosa or Surnoli Dosa is a soft and spongy, easy to make Indian pancake recipe that requires just 3 ingredients. This dosa batter is so simple to make and it comes out perfect every single time!! It is also vegan and gluten free, low in fat with good amount of carbs.
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    What are Dosas?

    Dosas are popular breakfast choice, specially in South India very similar to crepes and pancakes. They are nutritious, good source of carbohydrates, easy to digest and low in fat.

    What are dosas made of or What are the ingredients used to make dosa batter?

    The main ingredient used to make dosa batter is rice or rice flour. Then depending on the type of dosas, either lentil are used to ferment the batter or coconut and poha is used.

    My family loves to have dosas for breakfast and therefore I generally prepare a big batch of batter and keep it in the fridge so that I don't have to rush in the morning. Having the batter ready also allows me to prepare something quickly when anyone is hungry at home or when guests show up unannounced. Plus, by making small improvisations with the batter one can prepare different varieties of dosas.

    What is Surnali Dosa or Surnoli Dosa?

    Surnali is a very popular breakfast item in konkani cuisine, specially in coastal Karnataka. As far as I know there are 3 versions of this dosa.

    The savory (cheppi surnali), sweet (godi surnali) and the one soaked in flavored coconut milk. I love all the three versions and prepare it often. Today, I am going to share a simple savory version.

    You can also improvise the recipe by adding grated green cucumber (taushe surnali) or magge surnali (yellow cucmber pancakes).

    If you love sweet version, then prepare godi surnali  by just adding grated jaggery or brown sugar to the same dosa batter once you are ready to cook the dosa. The amount of sugar or jaggery may vary as per ones taste.

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    Traditionally surnali dosa is thicker, soft and spongy than other South Indian dosas and is cooked only on one side. This dosa is similar to mushti dosa. A perfect surnali should have lot of holes on its surface. The addition of coconut and poha when grinding the batter makes this dosa extremely soft and airy. I generally prefer non-stick pan to cook my dosa, as I can make it oil free and thus more healthier.

    Accompaniments or side dish for dosa

    Traditionally dosa is served with chutney and sambar. But Indian gravy, masala or curry goes well too. Here are some of my favorites.

    • green coconut chutney,
    • hing chutney,
    • tomato chutney
    • garlic chutney,
    • spicy tomato curry,
    • mushroom butter masala,
    • vegetable stew,
    • chana masala, chole
    • butter chicken,
    • shrimp curry (prawns curry, sungta hinga udda)
    • batate song, potato curry
    • batate vagu (spicy vegetable curry)
    • mango rasayana

    I have served it with a very simple onion gravy and will soon share the recipe for the same. You can also check different varieties or types of dosa / pancake recipes here.

    And don't forget this delicious dosas or pancakes can be prepared as a breakfast, dinner, lunch(meal) or as a snack item for your upcoming tailgating events or game nights or potluck or Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holiday parties!

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    Detailed recipe for Surnali Dosa
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    Surnali Dosa Recipe

    Kushi
    Surnali Dosa is a soft and spongy, easy to make Indian pancake recipe that requires just 3 ingredients. This dosa batter is so simple to make and it comes out perfect every single time!! It is also vegan and gluten free, low in fat with good amount of carbs. Surnali is similar to appam and mushti dosa.
    5 from 46 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Snack
    Cuisine Indian, Konkani, South India
    Servings 15 dosa/pancake
    Calories 146 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups Raw rice
    • 1 cup Thick poha or Flattened rice flakes
    • 1 cup Coconut grated, fresh / dried
    • Salt to taste
    • 4 tablespoon Oil for frying dosa

    Instructions
     

    Step I

    • Wash and soak rice for 4 hours and drain them. Check the tips section below.
      2 cups Raw rice
    • Wash the poha or beaten rice just before grinding the dosa batter.
      1 cup Thick poha
    • Now grind together the soaked rice along with poha and grated coconut by adding water little by little to form a smooth batter.
      1 cup Coconut
    • Transfer this to a big bowl and allow it to ferment overnight.

    Step II

    • Next morning, add salt to the batter and mix well.
      Salt
    • Heat the non-stick tava / pan on medium heat. If you are using a cast iron tava then lightly grease with oil.
    • Once the tava is hot and on a medium flame, pour a laddle full of batter and allow it to spread by itself. Drizzle oil around the edges only if desired. You will see the holes appearing on the top surface. (This dosa should be cooked only on medium flame to avoid it from getting dark soon)
      4 tablespoon Oil
    • Just cover it with a lid and cook for 2 minutes or until the dosa develops a light golden color at the bottom or until it is done.
    • Repeat the process for remaining batter.
    • Surnali Dosa is now ready. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or curry, and enjoy.

    Notes

    TIPS:
    1. I use long grain rice for all of my dosa recipes.
    2. You can use dry or fresh grated coconut. I have used the dry coconut flakes.
    3. Because you are adding poha, dosa may turn black soon if cooked in high flame.
    4. If the weather is cold, then grind the batter using warm water or preheat the oven to 150 degree F, switch off the oven and rest the batter overnight.
    5. As this is traditionally prepared as a thick dosa, do not spread the batter once you pour on a hot tava – like you would generally do with other dosas.
    6. I have cooked this dosa on both non-stick and cast iron tavas. If the batter is prepared as instructed, these dosas are very easy to handle.
    ACCOMPANIMENTS OR SIDE DISH FOR DOSA
    Traditionally dosa is served with chutney and sambar. But Indian gravy, masala or curry goes well too. Here are some of my favorites.
    • green coconut chutney,
    • hing chutney,
    • tomato chutney
    • garlic chutney,
    • spicy tomato curry
    • mushroom butter masala,
    • vegetable stew,
    • chana masala, chole
    • butter chicken,
    • shrimp curry (prawns curry, sungta hinga udda)
    • batate song, potato curry
    • batate vagu (spicy vegetable curry)
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 146kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 48mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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    Surnali Dosa is a soft and spongy, easy to make Indian pancake recipe that requires just 3 ingredients. This dosa batter is so simple to make and it comes out perfect every single time!! It is also vegan and gluten free, low in fat with good amount of carbs.#dosarecipes #indianfoodrecipes #breakfastrecipes #dosabatter #crispydosa #plaindosa #easydosa #pancakes

    Recipe for Surnali Dosa

    Preparation time : 20 minutes
    Serves :  15 dosas
    Fermentation time : Overnight

    Ingredients for Surnali Dosa

    Raw rice - 2 cups
    Thick poha / Flattened rice flakes - 1 cup
    Grated coconut (fresh / dried) - 1 cup
    Salt - to taste

    Steps to prepare Surnali Dosa

    Step I

    • Wash and soak rice for 4 hours and drain them. (check the tip section below)
    • Wash the poha or beaten rice just before grinding the dosa batter.
    • Now grind together the soaked rice along with poha and grated coconut by adding water little by little to form a smooth batter.
    • Transfer this to a big bowl and allow it to ferment overnight.

    Step II

    • Next morning, add salt to the batter and mix well.
    • Heat the non-stick tava / pan on medium heat. If you are using a cast iron tava then lightly grease with oil.
    • Once the tava is hot and on a medium flame, pour a laddle full of batter and allow it to spread by itself. Drizzle oil around the edges only if desired. You will see the holes appearing on the top surface.
    • Just cover it with a lid and cook for 2 minutes or until the dosa develops a light golden color at the bottom or until it is done.
    • Repeat the process for remaining batter.
    • Surnali Dosa is now ready. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or curry, and enjoy.
    Tips to make perfect dosas:
    • I use long grain rice for all of my dosa recipes.
    • You can use dry or fresh grated coconut. I have used the dry coconut flakes.
    • Because you are adding poha, dosa may turn black soon if cooked in high flame.
    • If the weather is cold, then grind the batter using warm water or preheat the oven to 150 degrees F, switch off the oven and rest the batter overnight.
    • As this is traditionally prepared as a thick dosa, do not spread the batter once you pour on a hot tava – like you would generally do with other dosas.
    • I have cooked this dosa on both non-stick and cast iron tavas. If the batter is prepared as instructed, these dosas are very easy to handle.

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    Comments

    1. Kari Alana

      July 20, 2020 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      This is new to me but such an interesting recipe and I can imagine that it would be such a great accompaniment to so many love spices Indian chutneys. Gonna try it!

      Reply
    2. Ramona

      July 20, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      WOW! These dosas look incredibly delicious and they don't take that long to make. I have never tried dosas before, but know I really want to make them. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    3. Lathiyal

      July 20, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      The surnali dosa looks fabulous. What a humble recipe, simple yet so comforting recipe.

      Reply
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