Dal Dosa: Give Your South Indian Breakfast A Protein Boost

By Shreya Sarpal

November 5, 2025

Dal dosa is a crispy, golden South Indian dish made from a mix of lentils and rice. It’s wholesome, light, and protein-packed, a perfect breakfast or dinner with chutney or sambar.

Ingredients

½ cup toor dal ½ cup moong dal ¼ cup urad dal ¼ cup chana dal ½ cup rice 1 tsp cumin seeds Salt to taste Oil for cooking

Step 1

Wash and soak all dals and rice together for 4-5 hours, then drain the water.

Step 2

Grind the soaked mixture into a smooth, slightly thick batter using little water.

Step 3

Let the batter rest for 30-40 minutes, then add salt and cumin seeds.

Step 4

Heat a tawa, pour a ladle of batter, and spread it evenly in a circular motion.

Step 5

Drizzle oil around the edges, cook till crisp and golden, and serve hot with chutney or sambar.