Instant Dal Dosa (Pesarattu) – South Indian Style

Step 1: Wash and Soak Rice and Dals

In a bowl, combine 1 cup raw rice, 1/4 cup toor dal, and 1/4 cup masoor dal. Wash the mixture twice with water. Add fresh water and let it rest for 15-20 minutes to soak.

Step 2: Prepare the Batter

Transfer the soaked rice and dals into a blender. Add 1 cup of water, 4 dry red chillies, 1/2 tsp pepper seeds, 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, and 8-10 curry leaves. Blend until a smooth batter is formed.

Step 3: Season the Batter

Pour the blended batter into a bowl. Add 1/4 tsp ginger garlic paste, salt as per taste, and 1/4 tsp hing. Mix all ingredients well until fully combined and the batter has a smooth, pourable consistency.

Step 4: Cook the Dosa

Heat a non-stick pan on medium flame. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it in a spiral motion to form a thin dosa. Drizzle 1/2 tsp of oil over the dosa.

Step 5: Add Toppings and Finish Cooking

Sprinkle grated carrot and chopped onion over the dosa. Cook until the dosa turns golden brown and crispy on the bottom. Fold the dosa in half or into a triangle shape.

Step 6: Serve

Carefully remove the cooked dosa from the pan and serve hot. Repeat the process for the remaining batter.

• Ensure the pan is hot before pouring the batter for a crispy dosa.

• Adjust the amount of water when grinding to achieve a smooth, pourable batter consistency.

• Cook the dosa on medium flame to ensure it cooks evenly and becomes golden brown.

• Add finely chopped green chilies or ginger for extra spice.

• Include other vegetables like finely chopped capsicum or coriander leaves.

• Serve with coconut chutney or sambar for a complete meal.