Masala Dosa
Indian Indian - Regional Mains

Masala Dosa

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups dosa rice, soaked 5 hours
  • • 3/4 cup urad dal, soaked 4 hours
  • • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • • 4 potatoes, boiled and cubed
  • • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • • 2 onions, chopped
  • • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • • 4 tbsp sesame oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Blend the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek with water into a smooth batter; ferment overnight.

2
Phase 2

Crackle the mustard seeds in 2 tbsp oil; saute the onions, green chilies, and turmeric.

3
Phase 3

Add the potatoes with salt and a splash of water; cook 5 minutes until dry.

4
Phase 4

Heat a cast-iron griddle; spread a ladle of batter paper-thin; drizzle oil around the edges.

5
Phase 5

Cook until the underside is golden and lacy.

6
Phase 6

Spoon the potato filling in the centre; fold and serve with coconut chutney.