Low Fat Appam
Discover the magic of the traditional South Indian favorite with a healthier twist in this Low-Fat Appam recipe. Made with a blend of rice flour, cooked rice, and light coconut milk, these lacy, bowl-shaped pancakes are soft in the center and delightfully crispy along the edges. The secret lies in the gentle fermentation of the batter, which creates a wonderfully airy and slightly tangy flavor. This recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy appam with reduced fat content, using minimal vegetable oil for cooking. Ready in just 20 minutes (after the fermentation process), these appams pair beautifully with aromatic curries or spicy chutneys, making them ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Indulge in this light, gluten-free delight and impress your family with a dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice flour
- 0.5 cup Cooked rice
- 1.5 cups Thin coconut milk
- 0.25 teaspoon Instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a blender, combine 1 cup of rice flour, 0.5 cup of cooked rice, 1.5 cups of thin coconut milk, and 0.25 teaspoon of instant yeast.
Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and slightly watery batter.
Pour the batter into a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix well to combine.
Cover the batter with a kitchen towel and let it ferment in a warm place for about 8 hours or overnight.
Once the batter is fermented, give it a light stir. You might notice bubbles, which indicate the batter is ready.
Heat a non-stick appam pan or small wok over medium heat. Brush it lightly with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil.
Pour a ladleful of the appam batter into the center of the pan. Immediately rotate the pan in a circular motion, spreading the batter evenly along the edges while keeping the center thicker.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook the appam for about 2-3 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown and the center is cooked through.
Remove the appam carefully with a spatula and transfer it to a plate.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve the low-fat appam hot with your favorite curry or chutney.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1204 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.0 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 218 mg | 5% | |
*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.
