How To Make South Indian Onion Masala Dosa

By: Payal

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Crispy outside and soft within, onion masala dosa is a traditional South Indian breakfast loved for its taste and aroma. Here's a simple way to prepare it at home.

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Ingredients

Dosa batter
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
1–2 green chillies (chopped)
1 boiled potato (optional, mashed)
1 tbsp oil or ghee
½ tsp mustard seeds
A few curry leaves
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander (chopped)

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Step-1

Heat a flat pan or tawa and lightly grease it with a few drops of oil. Spread a ladle of dosa batter into a thin circular layer.

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Step-2

Let the dosa cook on medium heat until the edges begin turning crisp. Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the sides.

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Step-3

In another pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and green chillies.

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Step-4

Sauté the onions until they turn soft and slightly golden. Mix in the mashed potato and a little salt to make a simple masala filling.

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Step-5

Spread this onion masala mixture onto the centre of the cooking dosa. Sprinkle some fresh coriander for added flavour.

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Step-6

Fold the dosa gently and cook for another half‑minute until crisp. Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar for the best taste.

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