Cheesy Butter Masala Dosa

Ready in

10 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

5 min

Serving

1 Dosa

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~550 kcal
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Tawa

    Heat a tawa or griddle over medium-high heat. Lightly grease it with oil or ghee.

  2. Spread Dosa Batter

    Pour one ladleful of prepared dosa batter onto the hot tawa. Quickly spread it in a circular motion from the center outwards to form a thin, even crepe.

  3. Add Potato Masala

    Once the dosa starts to cook and the edges begin to crisp, place about 1/2 cup of prepared potato masala in the center of the dosa.

  4. Spread Masala

    Using a spatula, gently spread the potato masala evenly over the dosa, leaving a small border around the edges.

  5. Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the chopped red onions, grated cheese, and fresh cilantro over the potato masala.

  6. Add Butter

    Place a dollop of butter on top of the cheese and other toppings.

  7. Cook Until Crispy

    Allow the dosa to cook for until the cheese melts, the toppings are heated through, and the dosa base is golden brown and crispy.

  8. Fold Dosa

    Using two spatulas, carefully fold the dosa in half.

  9. Serve

    Transfer the cheesy butter masala dosa to a plate and serve immediately with chutney and sambar.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)

  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)

  • No Ghee?

    • Unsalted butter (1:1)
    • Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add finely chopped green chilies for extra spiceCustomise
  • Use different types of cheese

    Use different types of cheese like cheddar or a mix.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipEnsure the Tawa Is Hot

    Ensure the tawa is hot enough for a crispy dosa.

  • TipAdjust Cheese and Butter Quantity to Your Preference
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