Red Lentil Dosas - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 ounces long grain rice
2 ounces red lentils
8 fluid ounces warm water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
oil (for frying)

Preparation

Place the rice and lentils in a bowl, cover with the warm water.
Leave to soak in the warm water for 8 hours.
Drain off the excess water and retain.
Using a food processor, blend the rice and lentils together until smooth.
Blend in the reserved water.
Place in a large bowl and cover with cling film.
Leave in a warm place to ferment for about 24 hours.
Stir in the seasoning and spices.
Heat a heavy frying pan, over a medium heat until hot.
Add the oil and when just beginning to smoke add 2-3 tablespoons of batter.
Spread the dosa out into a 6inch diameter.
Cook for approximately 2 mins or until set.
Drizzle a little of the oil over the dosa and turn over and cook for a further minute.
Serve warm with chutney or relish.