A thin, crispy dosa coated in spicy lentil podi mixed into ghee -- Chennai's signature dosa variant, fiery and addictive enough to beat out the standard masala dosa for anyone who wants real heat.
In T. Nagar, the street stalls around Pondy Bazaar are considered the top spot for this dish in its most authentic, unrefined form.
NSC Bose Road stalls in George Town serve a more traditional neighborhood take. Vaishnavi Idli Kadai in Anna Nagar is specifically known for its thattu idli podi style, a distinct variant worth trying separately.
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