page_title: Dosa
section_title: Names
hierarchical_section_title: Dosa / Names
caption_attribution_description: עברית: מסאלה דוסה
context_page_description: A dosa is a rice pancake, originating from South India, made from a fermented batter. It is somewhat similar to a crepe in appearance. Its main ingredients are rice and black gram, ground together in a fine, smooth batter with a dash of salt. Dosas are a common part of the diet in South India, but have become popular all over the Indian subcontinent. Traditionally, dosas are served hot along with sambar and chutney.
context_section_description: Dosas are known by several names. The standard transliterations and pronunciations of the word in various South Indian languages are as follows:
caption: Dosa with chutney and sambar with sauteed potato filling in a restaurant
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