Follow these steps for perfect results
russet potatoes
peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
kosher salt
plus more for seasoning
sugar
divided
apple cider vinegar
divided
neutral oil
such as vegetable, peanut, or canola
ghee
for cooking the dosa
onion
thinly sliced
black mustard seeds
cumin seeds
chana dal (yellow lentils)
ground turmeric
red chili
asafetida
Thai green chili
split
toasted cashews
cilantro
chopped
dosa batter
coconut chutney
for serving
Prepare the potato filling: Boil potatoes with salt, sugar, and vinegar until tender.
Drain potatoes and sprinkle with vinegar.
Sauté onions in ghee until browned.
Temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and chana dal in the ghee.
Add turmeric, red chili, asafetida, green chili, and cashews; cook until fragrant.
Add cooked potatoes, sugar, cilantro, browned onions, and water.
Simmer until the filling ingredients combine and a light sauce forms; season with salt.
Prepare the dosa: Preheat a cast iron griddle over medium heat.
Pour batter onto the center of the griddle and spread thinly in a circular motion.
Cook until the surface is set, about 1 minute.
Brush with melted ghee and continue cooking until the bottom is golden brown and the edges are crisp, about 4 minutes longer.
Top each dosa with 1/2 cup of warm potato masala.
Roll each dosa and serve immediately with coconut chutney.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
The potato masala can be made ahead of time.
Serve rolled dosa on a plate with a small bowl of coconut chutney on the side. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.
Pairs well with the spices.
To balance the spice.
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