How to make the most popular South Indian Dish MASALA DOSA
Masala dosa is a popular South Indian breakfast dish made with semolina (suji), rice flour, and yogurt filled with boiled and mashed potatoes, onions, green chilies, ginger, and a blend of Indian spices. It is a delicious and easy recipe that can be made in under an hour. Masala dosa is made of crispy exterior and a flavorful interior, and is often served with coconut chutney and sambar. Masala Dosa is made in two parts – Masala and the Dosa.
Masala dosa is a popular breakfast dish in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. It is often served in restaurants and street food stalls. Masala dosa is also known as Rava dosa and is a popular item in the menu of South Indian restaurants around the world. Masala dosa is considered to be a healthy and light breakfast option and is a popular choice among fitness enthusiasts.
The Dosa can be eaten without adding the filling or Masala, which is commonly referred as Plain Dosa. Here is a simple recipe for the Masala dosa or Suji Dosa:
Suji Masala Dosa
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Non Stick Pan
- 1 Frying Pan
Ingredients
Dosa Batter Ingredients
- 1 cup of roasted semolina suji
- 1/2 cup of rice flour
- 1/4 cup of yogurt
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup of finely chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- Water
Dosa Masala / Filling Ingredients
- 4-5 medium-sized potatoes boiled and mashed
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2-3 green chilies finely chopped
- 1 inch piece of ginger finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder optional
- 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- A handful of chopped coriander leaves
Instructions
Masala Preparation Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. When they start to splutter, add onions, green chilies, and ginger. Saute until onions turn translucent.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well.
- Add mashed potatoes and mix well. Add a little water if the mixture is too dry.
- Add garam masala and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and keep the masala aside to cool down.
Dosa Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, add suji, rice flour, yogurt, onions, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well.
- Add water slowly and mix until you get a smooth batter. The batter should be of pouring consistency.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Pour a ladle full of batter in the center of the pan and spread it in a circular motion to make a thin dosa.
- Drizzle oil around the edges of the dosa.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to brown and the dosa is crispy.
- Now add the previously prepared masala as a filling in the centre.
- Now wrap the masala from to sides like a napkin and cook for another minute.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.
Nutrition Info: Suji dosa is a healthy breakfast option as it is high in protein, fiber, and vitamins. Here is the approximate nutrition information per serving (2 dosas) of Suji Dosa:
Calories: 280 Protein: 9 g Fat: 3 g Carbohydrates: 57 g Fiber: 5 g Sugar: 3 g Sodium: 677 mg
Here is the approximate nutrition information per serving (1/4th of the recipe) of Masala used in the Masala Dosa:
Calories: 150 Protein: 4 g Fat: 4 g Carbohydrates: 25 g Fiber: 4 g Sugar: 2 g Sodium: 300 mg
Note: The nutrition information may vary based on the ingredients and serving size.
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