Discovering Dosa: A Journey Through Time and Taste

The Delicious History of Dosa

Dosa is a thin South Indian pancake made from a fermented batter of soaked rice and black gram. This dish has been beloved by millions of Indians for over 2,000 years and can now be found in almost every corner of the world.

The exact place of birth of this dish is still under debate. According to historian P. Thankappan Nair, dosa originated in the town of Udupi in present-day Karnataka . However, according to food historian K. T. Achaya, references in the Sangam literature suggest that dosa was already in use in ancient Tamil country around the 1st century CE.

What strengthens the theory that dosa originated in Udupi, Karnataka is the fact that the recipe for this dish can be found in the 12th century Sanskrit text “Manasollasa”, compiled by Chalukya ruler Someshvara III who ruled over a part of Karnataka.

Dosa has come a long way since its early days. Today it can be found in many different varieties and flavors all over India and beyond. From masala dosa to rava dosa to cheese dosa – there’s something for everyone.

This delicious dish has stood the test of time and continues to be a favorite among food lovers everywhere.

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Here are the sources that were used in the blog post:

Different Truths: “The Story of Dosa and its Antiquity”

Wikipedia: “Dosa (food)”

The Winged Fork: “About The Dosa, An Iconic Indian Dish”

BBC Travel: “Dosa: India’s wholesome fast food obsession”