South Indian Breakfast Platter

Ingredients

• 1 cup urad dal
• ½ cup rice flour
• 1 medium onion
• 2 sprigs curry leaves
• 2 tbsp sambar powder
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 cup coconut
• 2 cups oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak 1 cup urad dal in water for 4 hours, then drain and grind with a little water to a smooth, fluffy batter. Mix in 0.5 cup rice flour and salt, and let it ferment overnight or for 8 hours.

2. 2

   For the vada, chop 1 onion finely and mix into half the batter with 1 sprig of curry leaves. Heat 2 cups oil in a deep pan over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles. Shape small discs with a hole in the center and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

3. 3

   For the dosa, thin the remaining batter with water to a pouring consistency. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium, pour a ladleful of batter, and spread it thin. Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook until the bottom is golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes. Fold and remove.

4. 4

   For the sambar, in a pot, add 2 cups water, 2 tbsp sambar powder, 1 tbsp tamarind paste, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until the flavors meld and it thickens slightly. Add a sprig of curry leaves for aroma.

5. 5

   For the chutney, blend 1 cup coconut with a little water and salt to a smooth paste. Serve the vada and dosa with the sambar and chutney, along with sliced onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers on the side.

6. 6

   Enjoy the platter while everything is warm and crisp.

Tools you’ll need

• blender or food processor
• deep frying pan
• non-stick skillet
• pot for sambar
• mixing bowls

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