Indian
Indian - Breads and Flatbreads
Kerala Appam (Fermented Rice Pancakes)
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups raw rice
- • 1/2 cup coconut, grated
- • 1 tsp instant yeast
- • 1 tsp sugar
- • 1/2 tsp salt
- • 1 cup water
- • 2 tbsp coconut milk
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the rice for 4 hours and drain.
2
Phase 2
Grind the rice with the coconut, salt, sugar, and water into a thin batter.
3
Phase 3
Add the yeast and let the batter ferment overnight.
4
Phase 4
Ladle the batter into a hot, lightly greased appam pan and swirl to coat the walls.
5
Phase 5
Cover and cook until the edges crisp and the centre steams.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot with stew or curry.