Red Lentil Dosas

8 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces long grain rice
  • 2 ounces red lentils
  • 8 fluid ounces warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
  • oil (for frying)

Directions

  1. 1
    Place the rice and lentils in a bowl, cover with the warm water.
  2. 2
    Leave to soak in the warm water for 8 hours.
  3. 3
    Drain off the excess water and retain.
  4. 4
    Using a food processor, blend the rice and lentils together until smooth.
  5. 5
    Blend in the reserved water.
  6. 6
    Place in a large bowl and cover with cling film.
  7. 7
    Leave in a warm place to ferment for about 24 hours.
  8. 8
    Stir in the seasoning and spices.
  9. 9
    Heat a heavy frying pan, over a medium heat until hot.
  10. 10
    Add the oil and when just beginning to smoke add 2-3 tablespoons of batter.
  11. 11
    Spread the dosa out into a 6inch diameter.
  12. 12
    Cook for approximately 2 mins or until set.
  13. 13
    Drizzle a little of the oil over the dosa and turn over and cook for a further minute.
  14. 14
    Serve warm with chutney or relish.

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