MASALA DOSA

 

🥞 Masala Dosa Recipe

✅ Ingredients

For Dosa Batter:

• Rice – 2 cups
• Urad dal (split black gram) – ½ cup
• Fenugreek seeds (methi) – 1 tsp
• Salt – to taste
• Water – as needed

For Masala Filling:

• Potatoes – 4 (boiled and mashed)
• Onion – 2 (sliced)
• Green chilies – 2 (chopped)
• Ginger – 1 tsp (grated)
• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
• Curry leaves – 8-10
• Turmeric powder – ½ tsp
• Red chili powder – ½ tsp (optional)
• Salt – to taste
• Oil – 2 tbsp
• Coriander leaves – 2 tbsp (chopped)

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🥣 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dosa Batter

1. Soak the Rice and Dal:
   • Wash and soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds in water for 6-8 hours or overnight.
2. Grind the Batter:
   • Drain the water and grind them to a smooth batter using little water.
3. Ferment the Batter:
   • Add salt and keep the batter in a warm place for 8-10 hours to ferment.

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2️⃣ Prepare the Masala Filling

1. Heat Oil:
   • In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Let them crackle.
2. Add Aromatics:
   • Add curry leaves, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Cook the Onion:
   • Add sliced onions and cook until translucent.
4. Add Spices:
   • Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
5. Add Potatoes:
   • Add boiled and mashed potatoes. Mix and cook for 5-7 minutes.
6. Garnish:
   • Add chopped coriander leaves and mix well. Set aside.

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3️⃣ Prepare the Dosa

1. Heat the Tava:
   • Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tava (griddle) over medium heat.
2. Spread the Batter:
   • Pour a ladle of batter and spread it evenly in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.
3. Cook the Dosa:
   • Drizzle some oil around the edges and cook until the bottom turns golden brown.
4. Add Masala:
   • Place a portion of the potato masala in the center of the dosa.
5. Fold and Serve:
   • Fold the dosa and serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.

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🍽️ Tips

• For crispier dosas, spread the batter thinly and cook on medium-high heat.
• Add a pinch of sugar to the batter for a golden-brown color.

Enjoy your homemade masala dosa! 🌿