Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
43 unit

russet potatoes

peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

1 tbsp

kosher salt

plus more for seasoning

2 tbsp

sugar

divided

3 tbsp

apple cider vinegar

divided

0.5 cup

neutral oil

such as vegetable, peanut, or canola

1 unit

ghee

for cooking the dosa

1 unit

onion

thinly sliced

1.5 tsp

black mustard seeds

0.5 tsp

cumin seeds

1 tbsp

chana dal (yellow lentils)

1 tsp

ground turmeric

0.5 tsp

red chili

1 pinch

asafetida

1 unit

Thai green chili

split

0.33 cup

toasted cashews

0.25 bunch

cilantro

chopped

1 recipe

dosa batter

1 unit

coconut chutney

for serving

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare the potato filling: Boil potatoes with salt, sugar, and vinegar until tender.

Step 2
~5 min

Drain potatoes and sprinkle with vinegar.

Step 3
~5 min

Sauté onions in ghee until browned.

Step 4
~5 min

Temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and chana dal in the ghee.

Step 5
~5 min

Add turmeric, red chili, asafetida, green chili, and cashews; cook until fragrant.

Step 6
~5 min

Add cooked potatoes, sugar, cilantro, browned onions, and water.

Step 7
~5 min

Simmer until the filling ingredients combine and a light sauce forms; season with salt.

Step 8
~5 min

Prepare the dosa: Preheat a cast iron griddle over medium heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour batter onto the center of the griddle and spread thinly in a circular motion.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook until the surface is set, about 1 minute.

Step 11
~5 min

Brush with melted ghee and continue cooking until the bottom is golden brown and the edges are crisp, about 4 minutes longer.

Step 12
~5 min

Top each dosa with 1/2 cup of warm potato masala.

Step 13
~5 min

Roll each dosa and serve immediately with coconut chutney.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Use a well-seasoned cast iron griddle for best results.

Serve immediately for the crispiest dosa.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The potato masala can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Coconut Chutney
Idli

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A staple breakfast and street food in South India.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Served during festivals like Diwali and Pongal.

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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