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Soft and Spongy Bun Dosa Recipe

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  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 6 hours (soaking)
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 12–13 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Pan-fried, Fermented
  • Cuisine: South Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and Spongy Bun Dosa is a fluffy, thick South Indian pancake-style dosa with a mildly tangy flavor and a golden crust. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, this fermented dosa is healthier, naturally gluten-free, and incredibly satisfying. A delicious twist on traditional dosa, this soft bun dosa pairs beautifully with chutney or sambar.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups Idli rice
  • ½ cup Urad dal (black gram)
  • 1 tsp Methi seeds (fenugreek seeds)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Water, as needed for soaking and grinding
  • Ghee or oil, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Soak idli rice, urad dal, and methi seeds in water for 5–6 hours.

  2. Grind soaked ingredients into a smooth, thick batter using minimal water.

  3. Ferment the batter overnight or for 8–10 hours until bubbly and doubled in volume.

  4. Add salt and gently stir the fermented batter.

  5. Heat a greased nonstick or cast iron pan over medium heat.

  6. Pour a ladle of batter into the center; do not spread.

  7. Cover and cook on medium-low heat until the bottom is golden.

  8. Flip and cook the other side for about a minute until done.

  9. Serve hot with chutney, sambar, or even butter and sugar.


Notes

  • Add chopped onions, green chilies, and coriander for variation.
  • For a sweet version, mix in jaggery or sugar and skip the salt.
  • To boost protein, add soaked moong dal or poha while grinding.
  • Drizzle extra ghee for a crispier texture.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat on a tawa.