HEALTHY RECIPES
Low-Carb South Indian Masala Dosa
Medically Reviewed & Fact-Checked by FastingTracker Medical Board • Written by
Aly Owen •
Updated: Sep 18, 2026
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In This Article
Low-Carb
Total Time
60 mins
Phases
Prep: 40m
Cook: 20m
Yield
4 servings
Nutrition
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Dosa batter (fermented cauliflower rice and urad dal batter)
- radishes or cauliflower, boiled and mashed
- Onions, finely chopped
- Mustard seeds
- Cumin seeds
- Curry leaves
- Turmeric powder
- Green chilies, chopped
- Ghee
- Coconut chutney for serving
Instructions
- In a pan, heat ghee and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves.
- Add chopped onions, green chilies, and turmeric powder. Sauté until onions are golden brown.
- Mix in boiled and mashed radishes or cauliflower. Cook until well combined and seasoned.
- Spread dosa batter on a hot griddle to make thin pancakes.
- Place a spoonful of the cauliflower mixture in the center, fold, and serve hot.
- Pair with coconut chutney for a delicious South Indian meal.
📚 Scientific Studies & Medical References (5 Sources) ▼
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