Adai Dosa Mix

Annam's Adai Dosa Mix, also known as Adai Maavu (அடை மாவு), is a traditional South Indian mix of rice and four dals – toor dal, chana dal, urad dal and moong dal – seasoned with red chillies, cumin and perungayam (asafoetida). Unlike regular dosa, adai needs no soaking, grinding or fermenting. Just add water and salt for thick, crispy, golden adai.

Best for: crispy adai dosa served with avial, coconut chutney, jaggery or a dab of butter – an easy breakfast, tiffin or evening snack.

Ingredients: Raw Rice (Pachai Arisi), Parboiled Rice (Puzhungal Arisi), Toor Dal (Thuvaram Paruppu), Bengal Gram Dal (Kadalai Paruppu), Urad Dal (Ulundhu), Moong Dal (Paasi Paruppu), Red Chillies (Milagai Vathal), Perungayam (Asafoetida – contains wheat flour), Cumin Seeds (Seeragam).

Why choose Annam's

• Free from added chemicals and pesticides
• No added artificial colours or preservatives
• No onion or garlic – add fresh onion and curry leaves if you like
• No soaking, grinding or fermenting needed
• Made in small batches

How to use

Mix 1 cup of Annam's Recipes Adai Dosa Mix with 2 cups of water and salt to taste. Allow the batter to rest for 15 to 20 minutes. Add chopped onion, curry leaves or grated coconut if you like. Spread on a hot tawa, slightly thicker than a dosa, drizzle oil around the edges and cook on both sides until golden and crisp.

Storage and shelf life

Best before 6 months from the date of packing. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight, and always use a dry spoon. Kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator, it stays fresh for up to 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as Adai Maavu?
Yes. It is the traditional rice-and-dal adai maavu, ready to mix with water.

Do I need to soak, grind or ferment the batter?
No. Mix 1 cup with 2 cups of water and salt, rest it for 15 to 20 minutes and make adai. Unlike regular dosa batter, adai is not fermented.

Does it contain wheat?
Yes, a small amount. The perungayam (asafoetida) used in the mix contains wheat flour. All other ingredients are rice and dals.

Does it contain onion, garlic or added colour?
No. There is no onion, no garlic and no artificial colour.

How long does it stay fresh?
6 months from the date of packing, and up to 12 months in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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