A large ladle would overwhelm the dish, and too small a spoon would leak. A shallow spoon prevents too much stirring or mixing of the dal. A slotted spoon ... Small, Round Spoon for Chutneys ...

Use a 3-inch round cutter or a large overturned glass to cut dough ... then remove with a slotted spoon, shake off water and transfer to a bowl of melted butter. Keep warm until serving.

STEP 1- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, sift together the flour ... Fry until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.