7 Tips On How To Make The Perfect Karnataka-Style Neer Dosa At Home

By Rajlakshmi

February 3, 2026

When it comes to South Indian comfort meals, dosas have a soft corner in many people’s hearts. Neer dosas are also very easy to make; they’re healthy as well, hence the popularity.

Ingredients

1 cup raw rice, preferably sona masuri or any short-grain rice Water, for soaking and grinding Salt to taste Oil or ghee for cooking

Step 1

Wash rice thoroughly. Soak for 4 to 6 hours. Drain the water completely. Add to a blender with water.

Step 2

Blend it into a smooth and thin batter. Once the batter is smooth, add salt to taste and give it a final mix.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick or cast-iron dosa pan on medium heat. You can also use a regular non-stick pan if you don't have a dosa pan.

Step 4

Take a ladleful of the batter and pour it in the centre of the pan. Spread the batter gently in a circular motion to form a thin dosa.

Step 5

Drizzle a few drops of oil or ghee around the dosa and cook it on medium heat until the edges start to lift and the dosa turns slightly golden.

Step 6

No need to flip it to cook the other side. Fold it gently into a semi-circle or roll it like a cylinder.

Step 7

Serve neer dosa with coconut chutney or any side dish of your choice.