South Indian · Vegetarian
Uttapam.
Thick fermented-batter pancakes topped with chopped vegetables.
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Uttapam
~30 minutes estimated. Ready batter can already contain salt; check before adding more.
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Ingredients
Method
- 01
Heat a nonstick skillet and lightly oil it. Ladle batter into a thick round without spreading too thinly.
- 02
Scatter vegetables over the moist surface and press gently. Drizzle oil around the edge.
- 03
Cook over moderate heat until the underside is golden and the surface begins to set. Flip carefully and finish cooking the topping side.
A corn-and-onion top
Add: 2.12 oz by weight cooked sweetcorn kernels, drained
Pat the kernels dry and add a small amount with the vegetable topping. Press lightly into the wet batter so they stay attached when turning.
A suggested variation. Try a small portion first; the planner uses the main recipe only.Ready batter can already contain salt; check before adding more.
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