Appam

Delight in the fluffy charm of Appam, a traditional South Indian breakfast delicacy that's as light as it is flavorful! Made with a unique blend of raw rice, cooked rice, grated coconut, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, this fermented delicacy boasts a soft, spongy center surrounded by irresistibly crisp edges. The process of blending and fermenting the batter creates a slightly tangy, airy texture, while the use of coconut water intensifies its subtle tropical flavor. Perfectly versatile, Appam pairs beautifully with rich coconut milk-based stews, spicy curries, or even a creamy chutney. Whether prepared in an appachatti pan or a small wok, this foolproof recipe ensures you'll achieve restaurant-quality Appams right at home. With just a touch of patience for fermentation, this dish guarantees a wholesome and authentic start to your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:600 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:620 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw rice
• 2 tablespoons Cooked rice
• 1 tablespoon Urad dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 cup Grated fresh coconut
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 1.25 cups Coconut water or water
• 1 tablespoon Oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the raw rice and urad dal together a few times until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain the soaked rice and dal, then combine them with the cooked rice and grated coconut in a blender.

Step 3

Add coconut water or regular water gradually to the blender, and blend to form a smooth, thick batter.

Step 4

Pour the batter into a large bowl, add sugar and salt, and mix well.

Step 5

Dissolve the instant yeast in a couple of tablespoons of lukewarm water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Add the yeast mixture to the batter and mix well.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with a lid or a cloth and let the batter ferment for about 6 to 8 hours or until it doubles in size.

Step 7

To make the appam, heat the appachatti (an appam pan or a small wok) on medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.

Step 8

Pour a ladleful of fermented batter into the pan, and twirl the pan around so that the batter spreads out in a circular motion, with a thin layer on the sides and a thicker pool in the middle.

Step 9

Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the edges become golden crisp and the center is cooked through.

Step 10

Gently remove the appam with a spatula. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.

Step 11

Serve the appams hot with your choice of stew, curry, or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(664.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1375.9

Total Fat 56.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1533.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119.0mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1539.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.3%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 56.9%