Moong Dal Dosa

Steps

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1. 1
   Soak 1 cup of moong dal with 3 red chiles in plenty of water for about 30 minutes until softened.
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2. 2
   Drain the soaked water and transfer the softened moong dal and red chiles to a mixer jar.
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3. 3
   Add 1 piece of roughly chopped ginger, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 0.5 tsp salt, and a pinch of asafoetida. Grind without water first, then add water gradually to achieve the right batter consistency.
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4. 4
   The batter should have a smooth, pourable consistency—not too thin and not too thick. Mix well after adding about half a cup of water and adjust seasoning to taste.
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5. 5
   Pour a ladle of batter onto a hot griddle and spread it evenly into a thin circular disc.
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6. 6
   Pour a generous amount of ghee around and in the center of the dosa, then cook until one side turns golden brown.
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   Flip the dosa and cook the other side until golden brown. Remove from the griddle once both sides are cooked.
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   Serve the crispy dosa hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or your preferred accompaniments.
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