Try These Soft Appams To Pair With Hearty Curries
By Suprita Mitter
July 21, 2024
Appams are a popular South Indian dish made from fermented rice batter and coconut. These soft, lacy pancakes are typically served with a vegetable stew or curry. They are light and pair perfectly with both vegetarian and meaty dishes.
Ingredients
1 cup raw rice (preferably parboiled rice) 1/4 cup cooked rice 1/2 cup grated coconut 1/2 tsp instant yeast 2 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt Water Oil
Step 1
Rinse the raw rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 4-6 hours. Drain the soaked rice and transfer it to a blender.
Step 2
Add the cooked rice, grated coconut, and a little water to blend into a smooth batter. The consistency should be slightly thicker than dosa batter.
Step 3
In a bowl, dissolve the instant yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
Step 4
Add the yeast mixture to the batter. Cover the bowl with a cloth and let it ferment in a warm place for 8-10 hours or overnight.
Step 5
After fermentation, the batter should be frothy and doubled in volume. Add the remaining sugar and salt to the batter.
Step 6
Heat a non-stick pan and lightly grease it with oil. Pour a ladleful of batter into the center of the pan. Swirl the pan in a circular motion to spread the batter thinly around the edges, leaving it slightly thicker in the center.
Step 7
Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes..
