Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Soak Rice, Urad Dal, and Fenugreek Seeds

   In a large bowl, add 2 cups of rice, 1/2 cup of urad dal, and 1 tsp of fenugreek seeds. Pour enough water to cover them completely. Soak for 7-8 hours or overnight.

2. 2.Soak Poha

   In a separate small bowl, add 1/4 cup of poha (flattened rice). Pour water over it and let it soak for 10-15 minutes until softened.

3. 3.Grind the Batter

   Drain the soaked rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds. Transfer them to a grinder. Add the soaked poha. Add a little water as needed and grind into a smooth, thick batter. The batter should be thick but pourable. Transfer the batter to a large bowl.

4. 4.Ferment the Batter

   Cover the bowl with a lid and let the batter ferment overnight for 8-10 hours in a warm place. The batter should rise and become airy, indicating successful fermentation.

5. 5.Prepare Potato Masala Tempering

   Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add 2-3 dry red chillies, a few curry leaves, 1 sliced medium onion, and 1 tbsp urad dal. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the urad dal turns light golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

6. 6.Cook Potato Masala

   Add 1/4 cup of water, salt to taste, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, and 1 tsp coriander powder to the pan. Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant. Add 2 medium boiled and smashed potatoes. Mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the potatoes are well coated with the spices. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, mashing slightly if desired. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

7. 7.Make the Dosa

   Heat a dosa tawa (griddle) over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the tawa with oil or ghee. Pour a ladleful of dosa batter onto the center of the tawa and spread it outwards in a circular motion to form a thin dosa. Drizzle a little ghee or oil around the edges and over the dosa. Cook until the bottom turns golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Place a spoonful of potato masala in the center of the dosa and fold it over.

8. 8.Serve Dosa

   Carefully remove the crispy dosa from the tawa. Serve hot with potato masala and coconut chutney.