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Crispy Paper Masala Dosa

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Crispy paper masala dosa served with potato filling and coconut chutney
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Crispy Paper Masala Dosa
Recipe With Chutney: Step-By-Step Guide

1350 mins
Cooking Time
Medium
Difficulty
22
Ingredients
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Crispy Paper Masala Dosa is one of the most iconic South Indian breakfast dishes, known for its ultra-thin texture, deep golden colour, and satisfying crunch. Unlike soft dosas, paper dosa is spread thin on a hot tawa and cooked slowly until crisp, creating a light yet filling meal when paired with spiced potato masala and cooling chutney. The secret to a perfect paper dosa lies in a well-fermented batter and proper heat control. The batter must be light, airy, and slightly tangy, allowing the dosa to crisp evenly without becoming brittle. The potato masala adds warmth and spice, while the coconut chutney balances the flavours with freshness. Often enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or weekend meals, paper masala dosa is also a popular choice at South Indian restaurants. This step-by-step guide breaks down the entire process, from batter preparation to spreading techniques, making it easier to recreate restaurant-style crispy paper dosas at home.

Ingredients

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2 cupsRaw rice
½ cupUrad dal (split, skinned)
½ cupPoha (flattened rice)
1 tspFenugreek seeds
as neededWater
to tasteSalt
for cookingGhee or oil
3 largePotatoes (boiled and mashed)
1 mediumOnion (thinly sliced)
2Green chillies (finely chopped)
1 tspGinger (grated)
1 tspMustard seeds
10-12Curry leaves
½ tspTurmeric powder
to tasteSalt
1 tbspOil
1 cupFresh coconut (grated)
2 tbspRoasted chana dal
1 Green chillies
½ inch pieceGinger
to tasteSalt
as neededWater

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Soak The Ingredients

Wash rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds thoroughly. Soak them separately along with poha for 8–10 hours.

Step 1
Soak The Ingredients
8-10 Hours
Step 2
Grind And Ferment The Batter
20 Minutes grinding + 8–12 Hours fermentation
Step 3
Prepare The Potato Masala
15 Minutes
Step 4
Make The Coconut Chutney
10 Minutes