Ahh! Dosa! With its roots in South Indian cuisine, this thin, savoury crepe has conquered hearts and taste buds far and wide. But, how many dosas are too many dosas? Can you finish a gigantic dosa all by yourself? Then this challenge is for you. Finish this 6-foot-long dosa in Delhi and you can stand a chance to win ₹11,000.
Finish This 6-Feet Long Dosa And Win ₹11,000!
A popular blogger duo Vaani and Saavi, who go by the handle @pestolicious, posted a video of the dosa challenge. Since its posting, it has garnered over 5.7 million views and 383k likes. In the caption, they wrote, “Tag someone who can finish this.” The video was shot at Dosa Factory, a popular dosa restaurant in Connaught Place, New Delhi.
The viral video showcased the making of this 6-feet-long-dosa dosa, where they cooked three giant dosas simultaneously and connected them through the batter.
They smeared the giant dosa with three different kinds of masalas and topped it with cheese. The enormous dish is then served with sambhar, chutneys, and rava kesari on the side. The challenge is simple, finish the dosa within the restaurant’s guidelines and win ₹11,000 cash prize.
The Internet users responded enthusiastically to the dosa challenge. Many of them expressed confidence in their ability to finish it alone. One user said, “It’s my cup of tea if there’s no time limit.”
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Netizens Think The Challenge Is “Too Easy”
Another agreed, “It’s just 3 dosas!” Someone humorously commented, “Keep your money, I’ll eat it for free.” And another proudly claimed, “I eat 20-25 dosas straight from the pan while waiting behind my mom in the kitchen…I can easily finish this!”
The dosa, a beloved culinary delight, finds its origin in the rich tapestry of South Indian cuisine. Tracing back centuries, its roots can be found in the ancient cooking practices of the region. Originally known as “dosai” in Tamil, this iconic dish is believed to have emerged in the present-day state of Tamil Nadu.
The traditional dosa batter is made from a combination of soaked and ground rice and urad dal (black gram), fermented overnight. The batter is then spread thinly on a hot griddle, creating a golden, crispy crepe with a slightly spongy texture.
Over the years, the dosa has evolved into numerous delightful variations, both in India and beyond, each region putting its own unique spin on the recipe. From masala dosa filled with spiced potato filling to yummy cheese or egg dosa, culinary creativity knows no bounds.
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So, when are you headed to Dosa Factory to literally get paid to eat? Let us know in the comments.
Cover Image courtesy: @pestolicious/ Instagram