Uttapam Recipe
Uttapam is a thick, soft South Indian pancake made from fermented rice and lentil batter, topped with vegetables like onions and tomatoes. It's a nutritious dish often served with coconut chutney or sambar.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Tawa or non-stick pan
- Spatula
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 2 cups dosa batter (fermented rice and lentil batter)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tomato (chopped)
- 1 green chili (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Oil or ghee (for cooking)
Instructions
- Heat a tawa or non-stick pan over medium heat and grease it with a little oil or ghee.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot pan and spread it into a thick pancake.
- Sprinkle chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves evenly over the top.
- Drizzle a little oil or ghee around the edges and cook for 2-3 minutes until the base is golden brown.
- Flip the uttapam carefully and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
- Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.
Notes
- Batter Tip: Use properly fermented batter for the best taste and texture.
- Customization: Add grated carrots or bell peppers for additional flavor.
- Storage: Store leftover batter in the fridge and use within 2 days.
