Kara Dosa

Spice up your breakfast routine with Kara Dosa - a fiery and flavorful South Indian delicacy sure to satisfy you!

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Kara Dosa is a beloved South Indian breakfast dish popular for its spicy and savory flavors. The dosa batter is infused with a bright red chili paste, giving it its distinct hue and a deliciously bold flavor. Topped with a mixture of onions, tomatoes, and spices, Kara Dosa perfectly balances crispy texture and filling ingredients. If you love spicy food, this dish is a must-try!

Kara Dosa pairs well with various chutneys and sambar, traditional South Indian accompaniments. Coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and peanut chutney are all great options to add extra flavor and texture to your meal. Suppose you’re a fan of Kara Dosa. You might also enjoy other South Indian dishes like Masala Dosa, Idli, or Vada.

Kara Dosa

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Kara Dosa Recipe

Spice up your breakfast routine with Kara Dosa - a fiery and flavorful South Indian delicacy sure to satisfy you!

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Fermenting Time3 hrs

Total Time3 hrs 20 mins

Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Main Course

Cuisine: South Indian

Ingredients for Kara Dosa

• 1 cup Idli Rice
• 2 tsp Toor Dal
• 4 Dry Red Chillies
• 1 tsp Coriander Seeds
• little Turmeric Powder
• little Cumin Seeds
• little Asafoetida Powder
• 1/4 cup Sambar Onions chopped
• as required Oil
• as per taste Salt

How to make Kara Dosa

• Soak the rice and dal for 2 hours.
• Drain well.
• Add red chillies, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, asafoetida powder, salt and curry leaves.
• Add enough water and grind to a coarse batter.
• Add the sambar onions and grind to a smooth batter.
• Keep aside for 2 to 3 hours to ferment.
• Heat a tawa over medium flame.
• Pour a ladleful of the batter and spread evenly.
• Apply oil around the edges and cook on both sides.
• Serve hot with chutney and sambar.