Neer Dosa: Here’s A Perfect South Indian Dish To Fall In Love With!

By Shreya Sarpal

November 2, 2025

Neer dosa is a traditional South Indian dish made from rice and water. Soft, light, and lacy, it pairs beautifully with chutney or curry, offering a gluten-free, comforting breakfast or snack option.

Ingredients

1 cup raw rice (soaked 4 hours) 1½ to 2 cups water (for blending) Salt to taste Oil for greasing the pan

Step 1

Drain the soaked rice and grind it with water to make a smooth, thin batter.

Step 2

Add salt and mix well; the consistency should be watery like buttermilk.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick tawa and grease lightly with oil.

Step 4

Pour a ladle of batter and swirl the pan quickly to spread evenly.

Step 5

Cover and cook for 1 minute, no need to flip.

Step 6

Serve soft neer dosas with coconut chutney or vegetable curry.