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Set Dosa

Set Dosa

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Set Dosa is a regal, spongy, and profoundly aromatic South Indian specialty celebrated for its soft texture and small set appearance. This recipe features a fermented batter of rice, urad dal, and flattened rice (poha) cooked into thick, pillowy pancakes. Known for its soul-satisfying comfort and morning popularity in Karnataka, it represents the heart of traditional Udipi culinary arts. Its taste is mildly tangy and savory, with the poha providing a unique professional-grade extra softness and fluffiness. This dish is a mandatory favorite for healthy breakfast menus and is always served in sets of three. Best enjoyed hot with a professional-grade side of vegetable saagu or coconut chutney.

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Prep Time12 hrs
Cook Time10 mins
Servings2 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

2 cups Raw Rice
1/2 cup Urad Dal
1/2 cup Poha (Flattened rice), soaked
1 tsp Fenugreek seeds
1/2 tsp Salt
Oil or Ghee for frying
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using aged raw rice is mandatory for achieving the most non-sticky and spongy results.
  • Ensuring the poha is soaked thoroughly is the absolute secret to providing the signature extra softness.
  • The addition of fenugreek seeds provide the essential golden hue and digestive balance.
  • Never flip the set dosa; steaming the top under a lid is the key to maintaining the signature texture.

Nutritional Information(Per 3 small pieces (180g))

Calories

240 kcal

Protein

6g

Fat

6g

Carbs

42g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.