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2. Kuttu Ka Dosa - Crispy South Indian Delight

Kuttu ka dosa turns buckwheat flour into a crisp pancake that works for breakfast or dinner during Navratri. Buckwheat (kuttu) is naturally gluten-free and has a nutty flavor that toasts beautifully on a hot skillet. To make batter, whisk kuttu flour with water until pourable, add a pinch of rock salt and a little mashed boiled potato to help bind the batter. No fermentation is needed, so you can make dosas quickly on the day you want them. Heat a non-stick tawa, spread a thin layer and drizzle a little ghee around the edges for a golden, crispy finish. Serve with plain yogurt or a vrat-approved chutney; chopped coriander and a squeeze of lemon lift the flavor. In North America, use “buckwheat flour” from health stores or online; check labels if you need a gluten-free certified product. If kuttu flour feels too dense, mix in a spoon of singhare atta (water chestnut flour) for a lighter texture. These dosas are great for tiffins and keep well in a lunchbox when stacked with a little parchment between them.