Uttapam
Indian Indian - Street Food and Snacks

Uttapam

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

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 thick fermented dosa batter
  • • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • • 1 tomato, deseeded and finely chopped
  • • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • • 2 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp oil or ghee

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Stir the salt into the batter and keep the onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander ready in separate bowls.

2
Phase 2

Heat a flat tawa over medium heat and wipe it lightly with oil.

3
Phase 3

Pour a thick ladleful of batter and spread it only slightly into a thick 4-5 inch disc, much thicker than a dosa.

4
Phase 4

Press the onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander onto the wet surface and drizzle oil around the edges.

5
Phase 5

Cook until the bottom is golden, then flip and cook the topping side for 1-2 minutes.

6
Phase 6

Serve hot off the tawa with sambar and coconut chutney.