A dosa tawa is a flat, round cooking surface specifically designed for making dosas, a popular South Indian dish. Typically made of cast iron or non-stick material, the tawa is heated to a high temperature before pouring a thin layer of fermented rice and lentil batter. The dosa is then spread evenly and cooked until crispy. The dosa tawa is essential for achieving the perfect texture and flavor of dosas. It allows for even heat distribution, ensuring that the dosa cooks uniformly. Many households in India use this versatile tool not only for dosas but also for other flatbreads like chapati and paratha.