Name: Set Dosa with Paneer Korma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Karnataka
Ingredients: 1/2 cup millet flour; 1/4 cup whole wheat flour; 1/4 cup urad dal (split black gram) soaked and ground; 3/4 cup water; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 tsp olive oil; 100 g low-fat paneer, cubed; 1/2 cup tomato puree; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup green peas (optional); 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste; 1/4 tsp turmeric powder; 1/4 tsp red chili powder (low); 1/4 tsp garam masala; 2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 2 tbsp low-fat yogurt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Mix millet flour, whole wheat flour, and salt in a bowl; add water and whisk to a smooth batter.
2
Stir in the ground urad dal; cover and let the batter ferment for 4-6 hours or overnight.
3
Heat a non‑stick skillet, brush lightly with olive oil; pour a small ladle of batter, spreading into a 4‑inch circle; cook 1‑2 minutes until edges lift, flip and cook another minute. Repeat for 4–5 set dosas.
4
In a separate pan, heat 1 tsp olive oil, add cumin seeds, then sauté onion until translucent.
5
Add ginger‑garlic paste, turmeric, chili powder and stir for 30 seconds.
6
Stir in tomato puree and cook 3 minutes until thickened.
7
Add paneer cubes, peas (if using), yogurt and garam masala; simmer 5 minutes on low heat, stirring gently.
8
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve the paneer korma alongside the set dosas.

*Pro Tips

1
Use millet flour instead of rice flour to lower the glycemic index.
2
Keep oil to a minimum; use a non‑stick pan to reduce added fat.
3
Ferment the batter longer for better digestibility and lower net carbs.

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Millet and whole wheat provide fiber and a lower glycemic response than traditional rice batter; paneer offers protein without spiking blood sugar, and the recipe uses minimal oil and no added sugar.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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