Hawkins Futura 28 cm Dosa Tava, Non Stick Dosa Tawa, Induction Dosa Tawa, Black (INDT28)

The Pros: Why it’s worth the price Heavy Gauge Build: At 4.88 mm thick, this tawa is heavy. This thickness is crucial because it ensures even heat distribution. You won’t get those annoying "hot spots" where the center of the dosa burns while the edges stay raw. Superior Non-Stick Quality: Hawkins uses a unique patented process to ground the non-stick coating into the hard-anodized surface. It is remarkably smooth, allowing you to use minimal oil (or even no oil) for crispy, paper-thin dosas. True Induction Compatibility: Unlike some "induction-base" pans where the plate eventually peels off, the INDT28 has a permanently fused stainless steel base that stays flat and works flawlessly on both gas and induction cooktops. Stay-Cool Handle: The sturdy plastic handle is well-balanced and stays cool to the touch even after making 10–12 dosas in a row. Perfect Size: The 28 cm diameter is the "sweet spot"—large enough for a standard restaurant-style dosa but small enough to fit comfortably on a standard burner. The Cons: Things to watch out for Care Requirements: Like all high-quality non-stick pans, you must use wooden or silicone spatulas. Metal spoons will ruin it quickly despite the "tough" coating. Weight: It is heavy. If you have wrist issues or prefer lightweight cookware, flipping or moving this tawa might feel a bit strenuous. Not Dishwasher Safe: To maintain the non-stick life, you need to hand-wash it with a soft sponge. Harsh detergents or scrubbers are a no-go. "To get the best out of this Tawa from day one, follow these three simple steps: Low-Medium Heat only: Because this Tawa is a heavy 4.88 mm gauge, it retains heat exceptionally well. Never use it on 'High' flame; 'Medium' is more than enough for a perfect crunch. The Water Splash Test: Before pouring your batter, sprinkle a few drops of water. If they sizzle and evaporate instantly, the Tawa is ready. Wipe it with a damp cloth before spreading the batter for that restaurant-style smooth finish. The 'No-Soap' Rinse: After cooking, let the Tawa cool down completely before washing. Usually, a simple wipe with a soft sponge and warm water is enough. Avoid harsh dishwashing bars to keep the non-stick coating 'slippery' for years."

Perfect for paratha

This is the first future dosa tava for me and it exceeded my expectations. All kinds of dosa, roti, parota, chapathi, fish fry and all are coming nicely. No or less oil needed. Material is heavy and sturdy and seems to a quality product. Futura series are always good and proven.

Very very good product Iam fully satisfied with the product

Nice buy.. Heavy and does the job pretty well!

Tried making dosa and found its actually true Non stick tawa Please go for 28 cm model as some people have mentioned other size is too big Mine is 28 cm Induction variant and fits perfectly

dosa is sticking so much .. i hate it now.. it dint last a year .. so how is it different from non stick

Plastic scrub is missing . I'm very disappoint your service.

Serves the purpose. Great quality and perfect for cooking dosa

No complaints. Works as promised. Good quality