Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

parboiled rice

soaked

1 cup

uncooked rice

soaked

1 cup

split Urad Dal (split black gram)

soaked

0.5 tsp

fenugreek seeds

soaked

1 tsp

salt

to taste

2 tbsp

oil

for frying

1 tbsp

ghee

for roasting

3 tbsp

oil

for curry

0.5 tsp

mustard seeds

1 tsp

gram dal

1 tsp

black gram dal

2 unit

onions

finely chopped

4 unit

green chilies

finely chopped

1 inch

ginger

finely chopped

2 sprig

curry leaves

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

red chili powder

0.5 tsp

turmeric powder

1.13 unit

potatoes

boiled, peeled, chopped

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 handful

coriander leaves

finely chopped

1 unit

lemon juice

2 tsp

oil

for chutney

1 pinch

asafoetida powder

3 unit

dried red chilies

1.5 tbsp

split Urad Dal (split black gram)

0.5 unit

coconut

grated

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 unit

tamarind pulp

Step 1
~3 min

Soak parboiled rice and uncooked rice together in water for 3-4 hours.

Step 2
~3 min

Soak Urad Dal and fenugreek seeds separately in water for 3-4 hours.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain the rice and dal mixtures, reserving the water.

Step 4
~3 min

Grind each mixture separately into a fine paste, using the reserved water as needed to achieve a batter consistency.

Step 5
~3 min

Combine the rice and dal batters, add salt, and mix thoroughly.

Step 6
~3 min

Let the batter ferment overnight (approximately 8 hours).

Step 7
~3 min

The next day, adjust the batter consistency with water if needed.

Step 8
~3 min

Heat a skillet and grease it with oil.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it into a thin circle.

Step 10
~3 min

Drizzle a little oil around the crepe and in the center.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook the dosa until it's golden brown and crisp, then flip and cook the other side.

Step 12
~3 min

Set the cooked dosas aside.

Step 13
~3 min

For the potato curry, heat oil in a pan.

Step 14
~3 min

Add mustard seeds and gram dal, allowing them to splutter.

Step 15
~3 min

Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves.

Step 16
~3 min

Sauté until the onions are browned.

Step 17
~3 min

Add chili powder and turmeric powder, and sauté for another minute.

Step 18
~3 min

Add boiled, peeled, and chopped potatoes, along with salt, and mix well.

Step 19
~3 min

Add coriander leaves and lemon juice (optional), and mix.

Step 20
~3 min

For the coconut chutney, heat oil in a pan.

Step 21
~3 min

Add asafoetida, dried red chilies, and Urad Dal.

Step 22
~3 min

Fry until the dal turns brownish.

Step 23
~3 min

Remove from heat and grind the mixture with grated coconut, salt, and tamarind pulp to a slightly rough paste.

Step 24
~3 min

Add a little water to achieve a spreadable consistency.

Step 25
~3 min

To assemble the masala dosa, place a prepared dosa on a skillet with the cooked side facing down.

Step 26
~3 min

Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of coconut chutney evenly over the dosa.

Step 27
~3 min

Place 2 tablespoons of potato curry in the center of the dosa.

Step 28
~3 min

Fold the left side of the dosa over the center, then fold the right side over the left.

Step 29
~3 min

Sprinkle a little ghee or clarified butter on top.

Step 30
~3 min

Roast for a minute or two until heated through.

Step 31
~3 min

Remove from heat and serve immediately. Alternatively, serve the dosa stuffed with potato curry and the chutney as a dip.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier dosa, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to control the spice level.

Add a pinch of sugar to the coconut chutney to balance the flavors.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter and chutney can be made ahead.

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 sambar (lentil-based vegetable stew).

Serve with a variety of chutneys.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sambar
Rasam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South India

Cultural Significance

A popular and iconic South Indian breakfast and street food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Weekend Cooking

Popularity Score

75/100

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