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Savory Egg Topped Appam
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup of raw rice
- 1/4 cup of cooked rice
- 1/2 teaspoon of active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, soak 1 cup of raw rice in water for 4-5 hours.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of active dry yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar in 1/4 cup of lukewarm water. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a blender, combine the soaked raw rice, 1/4 cup of cooked rice, yeast mixture, 1/2 cup of coconut milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Blend until smooth and transfer the batter to a bowl. Let it ferment for 6-8 hours or overnight.
- In a small bowl, beat 2 eggs and set aside.
- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add 1 finely chopped onion and 1 finely chopped green chili to the pan. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder to the pan and mix well. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour the beaten eggs into the pan and scramble them with the onion mixture until the eggs are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat an appam pan over medium heat and grease it lightly with oil. Pour a ladleful of the fermented appam batter into the pan and swirl it around to spread the batter thinly across the pan. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn crispy and the center is cooked through.
- Place a spoonful of the savory egg topping onto the center of the appam and fold the edges towards the center to form a neat parcel. Remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining batter and topping.
- Serve the savory egg topped appam hot and enjoy!
Appam, a popular South Indian dish, has a rich history dating back to ancient times. This lacy, fermented rice pancake is a staple in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Traditionally, it is made with a batter of rice and coconut milk, resulting in a soft, fluffy center and crispy edges. The savory egg topping adds a delicious twist to this classic dish, elevating its flavor profile. Chefs in Kerala are renowned for their expertise in creating the perfect appam, often serving it with a delectable egg masala or a runny fried egg on top. For the best appam with savory egg topping, head to the bustling streets of Kochi or Chennai, where local eateries skillfully prepare this mouthwatering delicacy. The key to achieving the ideal appam lies in the fermentation process of the batter, as well as the precise cooking technique to achieve the signature lacy texture. For a unique alternative, consider adding a spicy egg curry as a topping for a flavorful variation of this beloved dish.
35 min
4
320 calories
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