Urad Dosa with Sambhar

Ingredients(for 2 medium dosas with 1 bowl sambhar per person)

• 1/2 cup Urad dal (split black gram) (उड़द दाल)
• 1 cup Rice (parboiled or idli rice) (चावल)
• 1/2 tsp Fenugreek seeds (मेथी दाना)
• to taste Salt (नमक)
• 2-3 tsp Oil (preferably sesame or sunflower) (तेल)
• 1/2 cup Toor dal (split pigeon peas) (अरहर दाल)
• 1 cup Mixed vegetables (carrot, drumstick, pumpkin, brinjal, etc.) (सब्ज़ियाँ)
• 1 tbsp Tamarind pulp (इमली का गूदा)
• 1 tbsp Sambhar powder (सांभर मसाला)
• 1/2 tsp Mustard seeds (राई)
• 8-10 Curry leaves (कड़ी पत्ता)
• a pinch Hing (asafoetida) (हींग)
• 1 small, sliced Onion (optional) (प्याज) - optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and soak urad dal, rice, and fenugreek seeds together in enough water for 4-6 hours or overnight.

   5 minutes

   Longer soaking results in softer, fluffier dosa batter.

2. 2

   Drain and grind the soaked mixture into a smooth, thick batter using minimal water. Add salt and let ferment in a warm place for 8-10 hours.

   5 minutes

   Well-fermented batter gives the best flavor and texture.

3. 3

   Wash and pressure cook toor dal with a pinch of turmeric and enough water until soft. Mash well.

   10 minutes

   Adding a drop of oil while cooking dal prevents overflowing.

4. 4

   In a pan, add chopped vegetables, little water, and cook till just tender. Add tamarind pulp and simmer for 3-4 minutes.

   5 minutes

   Do not overcook vegetables; they should retain shape for better texture.