Dosa is a popular South Indian dish made from a fermented batter of rice and urad dal. It is a thin, crepe-like pancake that can be served plain or with a variety of fillings, such as sambar, chutney, or potato masala. Dosa is a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack that is easy to make at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rice
- 1/2 cup urad dal (skinned black gram)
- 2 tablespoons poha (flattened rice)
- 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Water, as needed
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice and urad dal together in a colander until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice and urad dal in separate bowls for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Drain the rice and urad dal.
- Add the rice, urad dal, poha, fenugreek seeds, and salt to a blender.
- Blend until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the batter to a large bowl.
- Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and let the batter ferment for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- The batter is ready to use when it is light and frothy.
Tips:
- Use a good quality rice and urad dal for the best results.
- Soaking the rice and urad dal for at least 4 hours helps to break down the starches and proteins, making the batter smoother and easier to digest.
- Do not overblend the batter, or it will become tough.
- Let the batter ferment for at least 8 hours, or overnight. This is essential for the dosa to have a good flavor and texture.
- If you are in a hurry, you can speed up the fermentation process by adding a teaspoon of yogurt or lemon juice to the batter.
How to Make Dosa:
- Heat a non-stick dosa pan over medium heat.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it out into a thin circle.
- Cook the dosa for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the dosa hot with your favorite fillings.
Enjoy!
Here are some additional tips for making a perfect dosa batter:
- Use a wet grinder to grind the rice and urad dal. This will help to achieve a smooth and creamy batter.
- If you do not have a wet grinder, you can use a blender. However, you may need to add a little more water to the batter to get it to the right consistency.
- Do not overcook the dosa. It should be cooked until it is golden brown and crispy, but not dry.
- Serve the dosa hot with your favorite fillings. Some popular fillings include sambar, chutney, and potato masala.
With these tips, you will be able to make a perfect dosa batter at home every time!
