New Delhi: Karnatka-style Benne dosa is loved for its crispy outer layer and soft, buttery texture inside. Benne refers to butter in Kannada, which means this dosa is cooked in a generous amount of butter. Benne Dosa is slightly thick, has a mild tang that it gets from the fermentation, and is irresistibly crisp and fluffy.

It gets its perfect texture from the special batter that is prepared with dosa rice, urad dal, and puffed rice or poha. Using puffed rice helps in enhancing both crispiness and softness. After the fermentation process, the batter gets more fluffier and develops a mild tang. Its golden-brown colour and melt-in-the-mouth texture make it a loved dish.

Served with coconut chutney and mildly spiced potato masala filling, it is a comforting option for breakfast or a snack. Here is how to make this tasty and easy dosa for a wholesome meal:

Ingredients: (Serves 10-12 dosas)

• 2 cups dosa rice


• ½ cup urad dal (black gram)


• ¼ cup puffed rice (or 2 tbsp poha)


• 2 tbsp rice flour (for extra crispiness, optional)


• ½ tsp fenugreek seeds


• Salt to taste


• Butter (for cooking and serving)

How to prepare:

Whether enjoyed at a restaurant or prepared at home, its crispy-buttery texture makes it an irresistible dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch or dinner.