πŸ₯ž Dosai/Dosa

Golden, crisp South Indian rice crΓͺpes β€” thin, aromatic, and irresistibly comforting

Spice Level: 🌢️ (none)
Prep Time: 10 mins (plus 6–8 hrs soaking + fermentation) | Cook Time: 15 mins | Serves: 4

Calories (approx): ~150 kcal per dosa

πŸ”” Tiffin & Temple Bells

🌿 Introduction

Dosa is a South Indian classic β€” crisp on the outside, soft within, and lightly tangy from slow fermentation.
Made from rice and lentils, this golden crΓͺpe is a timeless comfort, greeting busy mornings and restful evenings with equal grace.

β€œA golden swirl of memory, warmth, and home.”

Dosai/Dosa

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πŸ“ Ingredients

For the Batter

  • 2 cups idli/dosa rice

  • 1 cup urad dal (whole or split)

  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds

  • Salt to taste

  • Water, as needed

For cooking

  • A few teaspoons of oil or ghee

🍽️ Instructions

  • Soak Grains – Rinse and soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek separately for 6 hours.

  • Grind the Batter – Grind urad dal to a fluffy consistency. Grind rice slightly coarse.

  • Combine & Ferment – Mix both, add salt, and ferment overnight until light and bubbly.

  • Prepare the Pan – Heat a dosa tawa. Grease lightly if needed.

  • Spread the Dosa – Pour a ladleful of batter and swirl into a thin circle.

  • Cook Until Crisp – Drizzle oil around the edges. Cook until golden.

  • Serve Hot – Fold and serve immediately with chutney and sambar.

🍷 Optional Serving Notes

Serve with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, cranberry thokku, potato masala, sambar, and a touch of ghee.

Pair with filter coffee for a classic tiffin spread.

πŸ’¬ Soulful Note

The sound of batter meeting a hot tawa is a small ritual of joy β€” a swirl that carries the rhythm of home kitchens across generations.

πŸ“š Cook’s Wisdom / FAQs

Cook's Wisdom

Tip: Batter consistency is key: pourable, but not runny.

  • For crisp dosa, the tawa must be hot, but not smoking.

  • Sprinkle a little water on the pan to cool between dosas.

  • Add 1–2 tbsp poha (soaked & blended) to batter for extra softness.

  • Cast iron tawa gives best flavor and texture.

πŸ“Š Nutrition (Per Serving β€” Approx.)

  • Calories 150

  • Protein 3g

  • Carbs 28g

  • Fat 3g

  • Fiber 1g

πŸƒπŸŒΆπŸƒ The Bottom Line

Crisp, light, and endlessly comforting β€” dosa is a celebration of simplicity, tradition, and the gentle art of fermentation.

🧑 Meet the Heart Behind the Spice

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Through Stirred By Spice, I share recipes that warm both the kitchen and the heart β€” where simple ingredients and warm flavors turn everyday meals into moments of connection.

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