Filling for Dosa Pancake

Transform your dosa game with this flavorful Filling for Dosa Pancake, a tantalizing blend of spiced mashed potatoes, aromatic curry leaves, and zesty lemon juice. This classic South Indian recipe is quick and easy, ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or weeknight dinners. Featuring golden turmeric, fiery green chilies, and a tempering of mustard seeds, this filling strikes a balance between comfort and bold flavors. The addition of fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice adds a burst of freshness that perfectly complements crispy dosa pancakes. Whether you're preparing a traditional Sunday brunch or experimenting with authentic Indian dishes, this versatile and vegetarian filling will elevate your homemade dosas to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Boiled potatoes
• 1 medium-sized Onion
• 2 small Green chilies
• 1 tablespoon (minced) Ginger
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil or ghee
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Peel the boiled potatoes and mash them lightly, leaving some small chunks for texture. Set them aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, green chilies, and cilantro. Mince the ginger.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil or ghee in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter for a few seconds.

Step 5

Add the curry leaves, chopped green chilies, and minced ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until aromatic.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the turmeric powder and salt, mixing well with the onion mixture.

Step 8

Add the mashed potatoes to the skillet and mix everything thoroughly, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 9

Cook the mixture on low heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the chopped cilantro and lemon juice over the filling. Mix gently to combine.

Step 11

Let the filling cool slightly before using it to stuff dosa pancakes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	852.7 grams (852.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	870

Total Fat 29.80g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2412mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 142.00g	52%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 15.80g
Protein 15.40g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 2788mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 63.3%