Growing up in a South Indian household, weekend breakfasts were always special.
The aroma of sizzling dosa batter, the crackle of mustard seeds in hot oil, and the rich, buttery goodness of ghee made our home feel warm and inviting. My grandmother would always make her signature Ghee Karam Dosa, and just the thought of it still makes my mouth water.
It’s spicy, crispy, and loaded with flavors that bring back so many fond memories. If you’ve never tried making it at home, trust me, you’re in for a treat!
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- Tomato Dosa — tangy, tomato-spiced dosa batter for a bright, flavorful crease.
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Ghee Karam Dosa
Description
Ghee Karam Dosa is a classic South Indian breakfast dish loved for its crispy texture, spicy onion-tomato karam, and rich aroma of ghee. Originating from Andhra cuisine, this dosa is thin, golden, and generously topped with a flavorful masala that makes every bite irresistible. Perfect for breakfast or a light dinner, it’s a wholesome and comforting dish you can easily make at home. Pair it with coconut chutney or peanut chutney for a truly authentic experience
Ingredients
Instructions
Prep Work
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Chop the Vegetables
Chop onions, tomatoes, and garlic cloves.
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Make the Masala Paste
Grind onions, chilies, tomatoes, garlic, and salt into a fine paste without adding water.
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Get Tempering Ready
Heat oil in a wide pan and keep mustard seeds and curry leaves ready.
Method
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Temper the Spices
Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and curry leaves. Let them crackle.
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Cook the Masala
Add the ground onion-tomato masala and cook for about ten minutes until the raw smell disappears.
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Set the Masala Aside
Transfer the cooked masala to a bowl and set it aside.
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Spread the Dosa
Heat a dosa tawa and spread the dosa batter thinly.
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Add Ghee and Masala
When the dosa starts cooking, drizzle ghee along the edges and spread a spoonful of the onion-tomato masala on top.
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Enhance with More Ghee
Add more ghee on the sides and over the masala for extra flavor.
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Flip and Cook the Dosa
Once the dosa is crisp on one side, flip and cook the other side briefly.
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Serve Hot
Once done, transfer it to a plate and serve hot with chutney.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 10mg4%
- Sodium 400mg17%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
