Cheese Masala Dosa

Cheese Masala Dosa

Cheese Masala Dosa is a popular South Indian dish made with a crispy rice and lentil crepe filled with a spicy potato masala and topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

  • Cheese (1 cup, grated)
  • Butter (4 tablespoons)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Curry leaves (10 leaves)
  • Mustard seeds (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Cumin seeds (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Coriander powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Red chili powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Ginger (1-inch piece, grated)
  • Green chili (2, finely chopped)
  • Onion (1 large, finely chopped)
  • Potatoes (4 medium, boiled and mashed)
  • Dosa batter (2 cups)

Instructions

  1. Heat a pan and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
  2. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
  3. Add chopped onions, green chili, and grated ginger. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
  4. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Add mashed potatoes and mix until well combined. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  6. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle and spread a ladleful of dosa batter in a circular motion to make a thin crepe.
  7. Spread a tablespoon of butter on the dosa and sprinkle grated cheese on top.
  8. Place a portion of the potato masala in the center of the dosa.
  9. Fold the dosa from both sides to cover the masala and form a roll.
  10. Cook for a minute or until the cheese melts and the dosa turns crispy.
  11. Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 60g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g