Mixed Dal Dosa (Lentil Dosa)

Step 1

Wash the lentils in a large bowl at least thrice. Drain the water and add fresh water. Soak for at least 4 hrs. You can also soak it overnight.

Step 2

Drain the water completely. Add them to a blender jar along with ginger, chili, cumin and salt. Pour ½ cup water and blend to a smooth batter.

Step 3

If you prefer crisp dosas then add in less water.  Blend to a thick batter. If you prefer soft dosas add more water while blending and make a slightly runny batter. Taste test and add more salt if required.

Step 4

Grease a dosa tawa or a griddle lightly. Heat it well on a medium flame.

Step 5

When the pan is hot enough, pour ¾ cup ladle batter to the center. Quickly spread it to a thin dosa.

Step 6

Cook on a medium heat. Drizzle some oil around the edges.

Step 7

This step is optional. With the help of the spatula, gently scrape off the excess batter and spread it evenly.

Step 8

When the dosa is cooked, the edges will begin to leave the pan. Flip and cook the dosa on the other side until brown spots appear.

Step 9

Flip again and cook until crisp. Remove the dosa to a plate and make the next one the same way.

Step 10

Serve mixed dal dosa with chutney or pickle.