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Intermediate/20 min/Serves 4/Indian/Medium spice

Crisp Fermented Rice and Lentil Dosa

Lacy golden crepes from a fermented rice and urad dal batter, crisp at the edges.

By Vegan Cook — published 1 August 2026

Time20 min
Servings4
SkillIntermediate
CuisineIndian
SpiceMedium
Best forBreakfast
Calories / serving220
AllergensNone declared

Ingredients

Serves 4.

  • 200 gdosa rice
  • 70 gurad dal
  • 1/2 tspfenugreek seeds
  • 1 tspsalt
  • 2 tbspoil

Cookware

  • Cast iron tawa or griddle
  • Blender
  • Ladle

Method

Read each step end-to-end before starting.

  1. 01

    Soak and grind

    Soak the rice and the dal with fenugreek separately for five hours, then grind each to a smooth batter and combine with the salt.

  2. 02

    Ferment

    Leave covered in a warm place for eight to twelve hours, then thin with water to a pouring consistency.

  3. 03

    Heat the pan

    Bring a tawa to medium high heat and wipe it with a little oil.

  4. 04

    Spread

    Pour a ladle of batter in the centre and spread outwards in a spiral.

  5. 05

    Crisp

    Drizzle oil around the rim and cook until the base is deep golden, then fold and serve hot.

Allergen profile

Every recipe here is fully plant-based. Cross-contamination risk depends on your kitchen — check all packaging.

Free from
SulphitePeanutSoyGlutenTree Nuts
Contains
No declared allergens.