A dosa is a thin batter-based pancake originating from South India, made from a fermented batter predominantly consisting of lentils and rice. Its main ingredients are rice and black gram, ground together in a fine, smooth batter with a dash of salt, then fermented. Dosa stands for “thrice-cooked” in Tamil (தொட்ட சுவார ஆட).
Dosa is considered to be the most common breakfast dish in India. It is often served with chutney or sambar (a dish made with tamarind) or both. In some places, it can also be served as a snack between meals.
The most common types of dosa are utthapam, vada (Bhathappam), Masala dosa and paper dosa. Some varieties include urad dosa made with red lentils and moong dosa made with whole green moong beans.
A dosa is traditionally served as a breakfast food in many parts of India and Sri Lanka. In some parts of India it is eaten as part of a meal along with chutney or sambar (a vegetable stew) or both.
Crispy Masala Dosa is delicious, crispy and tasty. It is a popular South Indian breakfast dish and can be served with chutney or pickle and any side dish you like.
The fermented batter is spread on hot griddle or tava (griddle) and cooked on both sides until golden brown. When done it leaves behind a crisp outer layer which gives the dosa its name “dosa” in Hindi/Sanskrit which means “layer”.
The process of making crispy masala dosa is time consuming but worth it as it tastes really good! If you don’t want to prepare Dosas at home, then you can order dosa and other South India delicacies from All Eat- your takeaway companion.
Best Dosa, Wallington has been making classic South Indian takeaway dishes for the local community for years with passion, respect and dedication. Our chefs have been perfecting their skills for years working as apprentices back in India and enhancing their skills by working in restaurants all around the country. Opening 6 days a week, Best Dosa will cherish your taste buds with succulent South Indian dishes. With more than 200 items on our menu, we are sure you will find your favourite dishes here. Order our food online via our delivery partner All Eat App and have your food delivered to your doorstep or come to find us at 47B Stafford Road Wallington SM6 9AP.