2022-11-03
By Spices Prince
South Indian Cuisine
Breakfast
Use the "Yogurt" function on your Instant Pot to ferment your dosa batter. Simply mix your soaked rice and urad dal, set it in the Instant Pot, and use the low-temperature setting to ferment for 8-12 hours. This ensures a perfect, airy batter ready for crispy dosas!
If you prefer a gentle fermenting process, the slow cooker works wonders. Set it to "Keep Warm" and let your dosa batter ferment overnight. The consistent low heat promotes ideal fermentation, especially in cooler climates.
When cooking your dosas, use the induction cooker with a non-stick pan for even heat distribution. The precise temperature control allows you to cook each dosa to golden perfection without burning. Plus, it's faster compared to traditional stovetop cooking!
Fermenting the dosa batter can be a challenge depending on the temperature and humidity of your kitchen, as well as the consistency of the batter. Make sure to use warm water when mixing the batter and let it ferment in a warm place for at least 8-10 hours for the batter to be fermented well. You may need to adjust the amount of water used to make a batter that is neither too thick nor too thin to help it ferment properly.
The batter consistency is critical in making a perfect Dosa. If it's too thin, it will spread too much on the pan and end up too crispy. If it's too thick, it will not spread enough, making it difficult to cook and end up being too doughy. To get the right consistency, use a good quality rice and urad dal and grind it to a smooth, fine texture, Frying Wonders of India.
Getting the perfect timing while cooking can be a bit challenging. Wait until the pan is properly heated, add a small amount of oil or ghee, then pour the batter evenly onto the pan and let it cook until it is golden brown and crispy. Flip it over and cook for a couple more seconds, then remove it from the heat.
Spreading the batter evenly on the skillet can be a bit tricky to achieve a consistent thickness and texture. To do it right, use a ladle to pour the batter onto the center of the skillet, then spread it from the center outward in a circular motion while gently pressing down on it.
Dosa batter can be stored in the refrigerator for a week or so and give good results. Always store it in an airtight container.
Preparation Time 10 hours
Cook Time 20 min
Total time 10 hr 20 min