uttapam

uttapam 

Ingredients:

For Batter:

• 1 cup idli rice (or regular rice)

• ¼ cup urad dal (split black gram)

• 2 tbsp poha (flattened rice) – optional, helps with softness

• ¼ tsp fenugreek seeds (methi)

• Salt to taste

• Water (for soaking and grinding)

Toppings (customizable):

• 1 small onion – finely chopped

• 1 small tomato – finely chopped

• 1 green chili – finely chopped

• Fresh coriander – chopped

• Grated carrot – optional

• Curry leaves – chopped (optional)

Other:

• Oil or ghee – for cooking

🍳 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Batter (can be done ahead):

• Rinse rice, urad dal, poha, and fenugreek seeds. Soak them together for 4–6 hours.

• Grind the mixture to a smooth, thick batter using water as needed.

• Add salt and let it ferment overnight or 8–12 hours in a warm place, until bubbly and slightly risen.

2. Prepare Veggies:

• Mix all the chopped toppings in a bowl. You can also keep them separate if you want to layer them individually.

3. Make Uttapam:

• Stir the batter gently. If it's too thick, add a little water – the consistency should be like pancake batter.

• Heat a non-stick or cast-iron tawa (griddle) on medium heat. Grease it lightly.

• Pour a ladleful of batter and spread it thick (not too thin like dosa).

• Sprinkle the chopped veggies on top and gently press them in with a spatula.

• Drizzle some oil or ghee around the edges and on top.

• Cook on medium heat until the bottom is golden and crisp (3–5 minutes).

• Flip carefully and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes (optional, some prefer it one-sided).

🥣 Serving Suggestions:

• Serve hot with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and/or sambar.

Conclusion 

Uttapam is a delicious, healthy, and filling South Indian dish made from fermented rice and lentil batter, topped with fresh vegetables. It’s crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavor and nutrition. Whether served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, uttapam pairs wonderfully with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar. With a little planning for fermentation, it’s easy to make and perfect for the whole family. Enjoy your homemade uttapam hot and fresh off the griddle! 🍽️✨