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Authentic Masala Dosa Recipe: A South Indian Delight

Ingredients:

  • For Dosa Batter:
    • 2 cups rice
    • 1 cup urad dal (split black lentils)
    • Water as needed
    • Salt to taste
  • For Masala Filling:
    • 4 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
    • 2 onions, thinly sliced
    • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • Salt to taste
    • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
    • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Batter:
    • Soak rice and urad dal separately in water for at least 6 hours. Drain and grind to a smooth paste, adding water as needed. Ferment the batter overnight.
    • Before cooking, add salt and water to achieve a pouring consistency.
  2. Prepare Masala Filling:
    • Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, and let them splutter. Add onions and green chilies, sauté until onions are translucent.
    • Add turmeric and salt, followed by mashed potatoes. Mix well and cook for a few minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
  3. Make Dosas:
    • Heat a non-stick pan, pour a ladle of batter, and spread into a thin circle. Drizzle oil around the edges and cook until the dosa is golden brown.
    • Place some masala filling in the center and fold the dosa.
    • Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.