Indian
Indian - Breads and Flatbreads
Kerala Appam (Palappam)
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 urad dal (split black gram)
- • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
- • 1 tsp salt
- • 3 cups water
- • 1 tbsp oil
- • 1/4 cup ghee, for the tawa
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Soak the rice and urad dal with fenugreek separately for 4-5 hours.
2
Phase 2
Grind each finely with water, then mix into a smooth batter.
3
Phase 3
Cover and ferment overnight until light and bubbly.
4
Phase 4
Stir in the salt and enough water for a pouring consistency.
5
Phase 5
Ladle the batter onto a hot greased tawa and spread into a thin circle.
6
Phase 6
Drizzle ghee around the edges, cook until golden, and fold.