Step 1: Prepare the Potato Filling Base

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan. Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida, 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, 2 finely chopped green chilies, 1 tsp finely chopped garlic, and 1 medium finely chopped onion. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder and sauté the mixture until the onions are translucent and lightly browned.

Step 2: Combine with Potatoes and Seasoning

Once the onions are sautéed, add 2 medium boiled and mashed potatoes, 1 tsp salt to taste, and 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves. Mix everything well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 3: Cool and Form Potato Balls

Transfer the prepared potato filling to a plate and allow it to cool down completely. Once cooled, take small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.

Step 4: Prepare the Appe Pan

Grease each cavity of an appe pan with a little oil using a brush or spoon.

Step 5: Fill with Batter and Stuffing

Pour dosa batter into each appe pan cavity, filling it approximately halfway. Carefully place one potato filling ball in the center of the batter in each cavity.

Step 6: Cover and Cook First Side

Cover the potato balls with more dosa batter, filling the cavities completely. Cover the appe pan with a lid and cook on medium to low flame for 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom side of the dosa bites is golden brown.

Step 7: Flip and Cook Second Side

Once one side is cooked and golden, carefully flip each dosa bite using a spoon. Drizzle a little oil (about 1/4 tsp per bite) around each bite and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, or until it is also golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8: Serve Stuffed Dosa Bites

Once both sides are cooked and golden brown, remove the stuffed dosa bites from the appe pan. Serve them hot with coconut chutney.

• Adjust the spice level of the potato filling according to your preference.

• Ensure the appe pan is well-greased to prevent sticking.

• Cook on medium to low flame to ensure even cooking and a golden-brown crust.

• Experiment with different fillings like paneer, mixed vegetables, or cheese.

• Serve with various chutneys such as tomato chutney or peanut chutney.