Dosa Delight
Crispy South Indian Crêpes: Perfect Every Time!

About this recipe
Discover the joy of making perfectly crispy and savory South Indian dosas with our updated recipe. Fermented to perfection, these rice and lentil crêpes are a delight to cook and even better to eat. Serve them with a variety of chutneys and sambar for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 1/2 cup urad dal
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- Water, as needed
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for cooking
Directions
- 1
Rinse and soak the rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds together in water for 6-8 hours.
- 2
Drain and grind the soaked mixture into a smooth batter, adding cold water as needed.
- 3
Stir in salt and let the batter ferment overnight in a warm place.
- 4
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour a ladleful of batter, spreading it in a circular motion to create a thin crêpe.
- 5
Drizzle oil around the edges and cook until the dosa turns golden brown.
- 6
Flip and cook briefly on the other side for extra crispness, then serve immediately with coconut chutney and sambar.
Chef's tip
Ensure the batter ferments adequately, which requires a warm environment. Adjust water quantity based on your specific rice and urad dal.
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