Millets have always had a quiet wisdom about them, ancient, powerful, and beautifully underrated. In my journey of promoting healthy living and experimenting with superfoods, I’ve come to love how incredibly versatile they are. Today, I’m sharing something very close to my heart: Amaranth Club Dosa, a millet-based fusion dish that’s healthy, filling, and bursting with flavor.
Why Millets?
Before we dive into the recipe, a little background. Millets are nutritional powerhouses. They’re gluten-free, rich in fiber, easy to digest, and loaded with minerals. They’ve been a part of Indian heritage cooking for centuries, and I truly believe they’re making a well-deserved comeback, not just as “healthy options,” but as delicious everyday staples.
So, What is Amaranth?
Amaranth, or Rajgira, is technically a pseudocereal, much like quinoa or buckwheat. Despite its small size, its nutrient profile is remarkably impressive. It’s naturally gluten-free, high in plant protein, rich in iron, calcium, and magnesium, and especially known for its amino acid lysine, which most grains lack. Plus, it’s super light on the stomach and great for gut health!
But here’s what I love most: its adaptability.
Why I Love Amaranth
I’ve used amaranth in so many forms, from laddoos and tikkis to thalis and tarts. Whether it’s sweet, savory, or something in between, amaranth always holds up. So, naturally, I wanted to create a dish that combines health, creativity, and fun and thus the Amaranth Club Dosa was born!
Amaranth Club Dosa
Ingredients
For Batter:
- 1 cup split moong dal soaked 2–3 hours
- 1½ cup amaranth flour
- ½ cup curd dahi
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- 2 green chillies chopped
- Water as needed for thick but flowing batter
Filling:
- 1½ cup mixed vegetables like onion, capsicum, corn
- ½ cup paneer cubed
- 30–35 Cashews broken
- 2 tbsp gunpowder milagai podi
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander
Sauces
- 4 tbsp Marinara sauce
- 4 tbsp Mustard sauce
- 4 tbsp Homemade Jain BBQ sauce
- Mayonnaise optional
Topping:
- Grated cheese as needed
Instructions
Prepare Batter:
- Grind soaked moong dal into a smooth paste.
- Mix with amaranth flour, curd, salt, chilli powder, and green chillies.
- Add water to get a thick but flowing consistency.
- Let rest for 15–20 minutes.
Make Dosas:
- Heat a non-stick pan.
- Pour batter and spread into a round dosa.
- Drizzle a little oil and cook till base is golden.
Assemble Dosa:
- Add all the veggies on the dosa
- Add marinara, mustard, BBQ sauce, and mayo (if using).
- Mix them well on the dosa
- Cover the mixture with a deep bowl and let it cook for a few minutes
- Top with cashews, coriander, and grated cheese.
- Fold / roll and serve hot.
Easy to Make, Easy to Love
The best part? It’s not complicated. The batter comes together easily, and you can play around with the fillings. You can make it vegan, skip cheese, or go full indulgence; it’s as flexible as it is wholesome.
Final Thoughts
I always say, health doesn’t have to be boring, and traditional doesn’t mean outdated. The Amaranth Club Dosa brings the best of both worlds: Indian roots and global flavors, all wrapped in something that truly nourishes.
Whether you’re trying millets for the first time or already love them like I do, I hope this dish inspires you to get creative, eat clean, and enjoy every bite.
