Family Dosa

# Family Dosa Recipe: A Taste of Home at Mom’s Dosa in Cloverdale

## Introduction/Description
Welcome to Mom’s Dosa, your go-to spot in Cloverdale for delicious Indian dishes! Today, we’re excited to share a wonderful Family Dosa recipe that captures the essence of what makes our food special. This versatile dish is a family favorite, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Served crispy with a variety of chutneys and sambar, our Family Dosa is sure to please everyone at the table. Remember, while this recipe is inspired by our kitchen, it may not be identical to what we serve at our restaurant.

## Ingredients List
– **For Dosa Batter:**
– 2 cups rice (preferably a mix of regular and short-grain)
– 1 cup split urad dal (black gram)
– 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds (optional)
– Water (as needed for soaking and grinding)
– Salt (to taste)

– **For Serving:**
– Ghee or oil (for cooking)
– Coconut chutney (for dipping)
– Sambar (soupy lentil dish)
– Pickles (optional)

## Instructions/Steps
1. **Soak the Ingredients:** Start by soaking the rice and urad dal along with fenugreek seeds in water for about 6-8 hours or overnight.

2. **Grind the Batter:** After soaking, drain the water and transfer the rice and dal into a blender. Add a little fresh water and blend until you get a smooth batter. The consistency should be slightly thicker than pancake batter.

3. **Ferment the Batter:** Pour the ground batter into a large bowl, cover it, and let it ferment in a warm place for 8-12 hours, or until it doubles in size and has tiny bubbles on the surface.

4. **Prepare the Dosa:** Once fermented, gently stir the batter and add salt to taste. Heat a non-stick skillet or a cast-iron griddle over medium heat. Grease it lightly with ghee or oil.

5. **Cook the Dosa:** Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it in a circular motion to form a thin layer. Drizzle a little ghee or oil around the edges. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes or until the underside is golden brown and crispy.

6. **Serve:** Flip the dosa to cook on the other side for another minute. Remove from the skillet and serve hot with coconut chutney, sambar, and pickles.

## Cooking Time
– **Prep Time:** 15 minutes (excluding soaking and fermentation)
– **Cook Time:** 20-30 minutes per batch of dosas

## Serving Size
This Family Dosa recipe makes about 6-8 dosas, serving approximately 4 people.

## Tips and Variations
– **Add Veggies:** You can add finely chopped onions, green chilies, or grated carrots to the batter for extra flavor and nutrition.
– **Different Flours:** Experiment with adding a bit of buckwheat, millet, or chickpea flour to give your dosa a unique twist.
– **Crispiness:** For an ultra-crispy dosa, make sure your skillet is well-heated before adding the batter.
– **Leftover Batter:** Store excess batter in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week; just give it a quick stir before using.

## Disclaimer
Please note that this Family Dosa recipe is a homemade version and may not reflect the exact preparation methods used in our restaurant, Mom’s Dosa, in Cloverdale. For a true taste experience, we invite you to visit us and enjoy our authentic Indian dishes prepared by our skilled chefs!

Now that you have the Family Dosa recipe, gather your loved ones for a delightful cooking experience. Enjoy a taste of India right at home!