Masala Dosa – Crispy South Indian Rice & Lentil Crepe

A thin, crispy crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter, filled with spiced potato masala. Naturally vegan, gluten-free and rich in probiotics.

Total
55 min
Servings
2 servings
Difficulty
Medium
Calories · per serving
360 kcal

Written by

Ecem Akkaba · Dietitian

Dietitian, graduate of İstanbul Medipol University. She develops the recipes and nutrition values on FitZen.

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Masala Dosa – Crispy South Indian Rice & Lentil Crepe

In short

Masala Dosa – Crispy South Indian Rice & Lentil Crepe contains 360 calories per serving: 9 g protein, 62 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat. It takes 55 minutes in total and makes 2 servings.

About this recipe

Masala Dosa is one of the most beloved breakfasts of South Indian cuisine, and thanks to fermentation it is both easy to digest and gut-friendly. In this fit version we use minimal oil and season the potato filling generously, creating a fully plant-based meal.

Method

  1. 1

    Rinse the rice, urad dal, poha and fenugreek, then soak for 6 hours.

  2. 2

    Drain and blend with a little water into a smooth batter.

  3. 3

    Add salt to the batter and ferment, covered, in a warm place for 8-12 hours.

  4. 4

    For the filling, temper mustard seeds, curry leaves and turmeric in 1 tbsp oil.

  5. 5

    Add the onion and green chilies and sauté until softened.

  6. 6

    Stir in the mashed potatoes and salt, then cook for 2-3 minutes.

  7. 7

    Pour a ladle of batter onto a hot pan and spread it thin and round.

  8. 8

    Once the edges crisp up, place the potato filling in the center, fold the crepe and serve.

Tips

  • If fermentation is slow in cold weather, let the batter rest in an oven with the light on.
  • For a crisp crepe, heat the pan well and wipe the little oil across it with a cloth.
  • Serve with coconut chutney or sambar on the side.

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