Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 cup

short-grain rice

0.5 cup

urad dal

split husked black lentils

1 tsp

fenugreek seeds

0.5 tsp

salt

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

for frying

3 tbsp

ghee

1 tsp

mustard seeds

0.5 tsp

cumin seeds

2 unit

dried hot red peppers

small

1 unit

onion

diced

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

turmeric

1 pinch

asafetida

1 tbsp

ginger

grated

6 unit

curry leaves

4 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 unit

green chiles

finely chopped

1.5 unit

yellow-fleshed potatoes

boiled, peeled and cubed

0.5 cup

cilantro

roughly chopped

Step 1
~25 min

Rinse rice and soak in water for 4-6 hours.

Step 2
~25 min

Rinse urad dal and fenugreek seeds and soak in water for 4-6 hours.

Step 3
~25 min

Drain rice and dal-fenugreek mixture.

Step 4
~25 min

Grind rice with water to a smooth paste.

Step 5
~25 min

Grind dal-fenugreek mixture to a smooth paste.

Step 6
~25 min

Combine the two pastes in a mixing bowl and whisk together, adding enough water to obtain a medium-thick batter.

Step 7
~25 min

Cover and let ferment for about 8 hours in a warm place.

Step 8
~25 min

Stir in salt.

Step 9
~25 min

Refrigerate for later use, or use immediately.

Step 10
~25 min

To make the potato filling, heat ghee or vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 11
~25 min

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and wait for them to pop.

Step 12
~25 min

Add red peppers and onion, and cook until softened.

Step 13
~25 min

Season with salt.

Step 14
~25 min

Add turmeric, asafetida, ginger, curry leaves, garlic, and green chile and stir to coat for 1 minute.

Step 15
~25 min

Add potatoes and 1/2 cup water.

Step 16
~25 min

Cook, stirring well to combine, until liquid has evaporated.

Step 17
~25 min

Mash potatoes with a wooden spoon.

Step 18
~25 min

Season with salt and add cilantro.

Step 19
~25 min

Set aside at room temperature.

Step 20
~25 min

To make dosas, set a griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

Step 21
~25 min

Brush with vegetable oil.

Step 22
~25 min

Ladle batter in the center of the griddle and spread in a circular motion to a diameter of about 7 inches.

Step 23
~25 min

Drizzle oil over the top.

Step 24
~25 min

Leave dosa batter to brown gradually until outer edges begin to look dry, about 2 minutes, cooking on one side only.

Step 25
~25 min

With a spatula, loosen dosa from the griddle. The bottom should be crisp and browned.

Step 26
~25 min

Spoon potato filling onto top of dosa in a strip in the middle.

Step 27
~25 min

Flatten the potato mixture slightly.

Step 28
~25 min

Fold the sides of the dosa around the filling to make a cylindrical shape.

Step 29
~25 min

Serve immediately and continue making dosas one at a time.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili based on your spice preference.

Add a small amount of cooked rice to the batter for improved texture.

Soak the rice and lentils overnight for better fermentation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The batter and potato filling can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coconut chutney and sambar.

Offer a variety of chutneys for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Coconut Chutney
Tomato Chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A staple breakfast and street food dish in South India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Celebrations
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Weekend
Celebration

Popularity Score

70/100

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