Anda Dosa
A crisp dosa topped with beaten egg, onion, green chili, and coriander makes a filling street-style breakfast that is quick, savory, and deeply satisfying. Serve it hot with chutney for the best texture.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~360 min
Soak the rice and dal.
1.Wash the rice well until the water runs mostly clear.2.Wash the urad dal and fenugreek seeds together.3.Soak the rice in one bowl and the urad dal with fenugreek seeds in another bowl for 6 hours. - mix · ~20 min
Grind the batter.
1.Drain the soaked rice and dal.2.Grind the urad dal and fenugreek seeds with a little water to a light, smooth batter.3.Grind the rice with enough water to a slightly grainy batter.4.Mix both batters in a large bowl until well combined.TIPKeep the batter thick but pourable so the dosa spreads easily and still crisps up. - rest · ~480 min
Ferment the batter.
Add salt and mix well. Cover the bowl and let the batter ferment in a warm place for 8 hours, until slightly risen and airy.
- prep · ~5 min
Make the egg topping.
1.Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat until smooth.2.Add the chopped onion, green chili, coriander leaves, and black pepper.3.Mix well so the toppings are evenly spread through the eggs. - fry · ~5 min
Cook the first dosa.
1.Heat a dosa tawa or flat pan over medium heat.2.Pour a ladle of batter onto the center and spread it in a thin circle.3.Drizzle 1 tsp oil around the edges and cook until the surface starts to dry and the bottom turns crisp.4.Pour one quarter of the egg mixture over the dosa and spread it lightly.5.Cook until the egg sets, then fold the dosa in half.TIPKeep the heat at medium so the dosa crisps before the egg overcooks. - fry · ~15 min
Cook the remaining dosas.
Repeat with the remaining batter, egg mixture, and oil to make 4 dosas. Cook each one until crisp underneath and fully set on top.
- serve
Serve the anda dosa hot.
What to keep in mind.
7 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Chop the onion and green chili very fine so the egg layer spreads evenly and cooks through before the dosa over-browns.
- 2If the batter feels too thick after fermentation, add water a tablespoon at a time; a thick batter makes heavy dosas instead of crisp ones.
- 3Wipe the tawa lightly with oil between dosas to help the batter spread thin without sticking.
- 4Pour the egg only after the top of the dosa looks mostly dry, or the batter and egg can merge and turn gummy.
- 5Spread the egg topping gently with the back of a spoon; pressing hard can tear the dosa surface.
- 6Serve immediately after folding, because the crisp base softens quickly once the hot egg layer steams inside.
- 7Fermented batter keeps well chilled for a couple of days, but mix it gently before using so you do not knock out all the air.
Adapt it for your goals.
Masala
Add a thin layer of spiced potato masala before the egg for a heartier, classic tiffin-style version.
cheeseCheese
Sprinkle a little grated cheese over the egg just before folding for a richer, kid-friendly anda dosa.
high proteinHigh-protein
Use an extra egg per dosa and slightly less batter for a more protein-forward breakfast with the same street-food feel.
milletMillet
Replace part of the rice with little millet or foxtail millet for a nuttier flavor and a more whole-grain style dosa.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Protein from Eggs and Dal
The egg topping and urad dal batter make this dosa more filling and satisfying than a plain dosa.
Fermented Batter Benefits
Fermentation helps develop flavor and can make the rice-and-dal batter feel lighter and easier to digest for many people.
Herb and Aromatic Boost
Onion, green chili, and coriander add flavor without needing heavy sauces, while also contributing plant compounds and freshness.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, plain fermented dosa batter works well. Just make sure it is not too thin, or it will be hard to hold the egg topping.



