Barley Dosa
Barley Dosa is a easy Tamil (Indian) recipe that serves 2. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by Venkatesh Bhat's Idhayam Thotta Samayal on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 27 min | Total: 47 min
Cost: $16.19 total, $8.10 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup Barley (medium‑size, hulled) (Rinsed and drained)
- 2.5 cups Water (For cooking barley)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (Canola or sunflower oil)
- ½ cup Fresh Cilantro (coriander leaves) (Packed)
- ¼ cup Fresh Mint Leaves (Packed)
- 1 piece Green Chili (Deseeded for less heat, optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
- ½ teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon Sugar (optional) (Balances acidity in chutney, optional)
Instructions
Cook Barley
Add rinsed barley and water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20‑22 minutes until the grains are tender but still retain a slight bite.
Time: PT22M
Temperature: Medium heat
Prepare Green Chutney
While barley cooks, combine cilantro, mint, green chili, lemon juice, salt, and optional sugar in a blender. Pulse until a coarse, vibrant green paste forms; avoid over‑blending to keep some texture.
Time: PT5M
Drain and Fluff Barley
When barley is cooked, drain any excess water and fluff the grains with a fork. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
Time: PT2M
Stir‑Fry Barley
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked barley, spreading it in an even layer. Fry for 5‑7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grains turn a light golden color.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: Medium heat
Combine with Chutney
Turn off the heat and fold the prepared green chutney into the golden barley, mixing gently until evenly coated.
Time: PT3M
Serve
Transfer the golden barley chutney to a serving bowl. Serve warm with a cup of tea or coffee as a wholesome breakfast.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 7 g
- Carbohydrates
- 45 g
- Fat
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 8 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten
Allergens: Barley (contains gluten)
Last updated: April 25, 2026








