Instant Bread Crumbs Dosai

Bread Crumbs Dosa is a unique and delicious variation of the traditional South Indian dosa, offering a crispy texture with a subtle, satisfying flavor. This recipe is quite simple to prepare, making it a perfect choice for busy mornings or when you’re craving a quick and tasty meal. The batter is made by replacing the usual rava (semolina) with bread crumbs, creating a light and crisp dosa that’s both easy to make and delightful to eat.

The beauty of this dosa lies in its simplicity — no fermentation is required, and it can be prepared instantly if you have ready-made bread crumbs at home. The procedure is similar to making rava dosa, with the only difference being the use of bread crumbs instead of rava. However, it’s important to note that getting the consistency of the batter right is crucial. The batter should neither be too thick nor too thin. It’s recommended to do a few trial runs to perfect the batter consistency before cooking.

What makes this recipe even more special is that it’s passed down from my grandmother, who was an expert in making this dosa. She used to prepare it so crispy and feather-light that it became a family favorite. The combination of bread crumbs and the traditional dosa technique creates a dosa that’s both crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Tips for Making Perfect Bread Crumbs Dosa:

1. Adjust the consistency: The batter should be thin enough to spread easily on the pan, but not too watery. If needed, adjust by adding a little water or flour.

2. Use fresh bread crumbs: Fresh bread crumbs work best for a light and crispy texture.

3. Cook on medium-high heat: Cooking the dosa on medium-high heat ensures that it becomes crisp and golden without burning.

4. Trial runs: As the batter consistency plays a key role, do a few trial runs on the pan before making the final dosas to get the right texture.

Health Benefits:

• Low in calories: Bread crumbs provide fewer calories compared to traditional dosa ingredients like rice flour or semolina.

• Rich in carbohydrates: It offers a good source of energy, making it a perfect breakfast or snack option.

• Customizable: Add vegetables or spices of your choice for extra flavor and nutritional benefits.

In this blog post I’ll guide you how to make this delicious heirloom recipe of bread crumbs dosa.

Ingredients

Bread crumbs -1 cup heaped
Rice flour -1 cup
Maida-2 tbsps
Green chillies -2 -3 nos chopped fine
Cumin seeds -1 tsp
Salt to taste
Curry leaves and coriander leaves few chopped fine
Oil as needed

Method

👉In a mixing bowl add all the ingredients except oil and mix everything well.

👉Now add water little by little and make a thin dosa batter .(Note -Usually I make a thick batter and then take one laddle full of this thick batter in a small cup or vessel mix with required water and pour the dosa on the tawa.I find it easy to pour the batter this way).You can do it which ever way is convenient for you.

👉Heat a dosa tawa and pour a laddle full of batter in a random manner starting from the edges of the dosa tawa finishing at the centre.Make sure you mix the batter every time before you pour on the tawa .It will keep absorbing water so add required water and adjust the consistency.

👉Drizzle oil on top of the dosa and cook in medium flame for 2-4 mins on one side flip and cook the other side too until the dosa becomes crispy.

👉Serve hot with onion chutney/ tomato chutney/ coconut chutney.

Preparation time -20 mins
Serves -2-3

Note -

How to make bread crumbs at home ?

If you don't have ready made bread crumbs you can make it easily at home if you have bread.
✍️Just toast 4-6 slices of bread on both sides until you get a nice golden brown colour.
✍️Tear them into pieces and add to a mixie jar and powder it coarsely to (rava consistency )by using the pulse or whip button in your mixie, store it in airtight container homemade bread crumbs are ready .
✍️Use 2 days old dry bread for making crumbs.
✍️This bread crumbs stays fresh for 3-4 days.