Uttapam the Indian Pancake

• December 28, 2019
• by admin

Uttapam are savory pancakes with crispy golden edges and a pillowy soft center topped with veggies. Traditionally served as breakfast in India, wholesome Uttapam also makes for a quick and satiating meal.

Uttapam are savory pancakes with crispy golden edges and a pillowy soft center topped with veggies. Traditionally served as breakfast in India, wholesome Uttapam also makes for a quick and satiating meal.

A great make-ahead meal, Uttapams freeze well too, making them a quick and healthy meal or a tasty mid-day snack. Topped with veggies of your choice, and paired with a chutney, Uthappa or Uttapa is a great way to get your kids to have a filling, balanced diet of proteins, vitamins, and carbs

Hearty Uttapam is a fail-proof dish that does not need any special accessories or techniques. Easily made from leftover idli or dosa batter, they are a cross between dosa and idli. With crispy edges like the dosa and a soft pillowy core like the idli, you will love these savory pancakes.

Uttapam or Indian pizza as my kids call it can be made using just the plain batter without any toppings. These are called the Plain Uttapams. However, everyone in my home simply loves the Masala Uttapams topped with diced vegetables. Here are a few ideas to vary your uttapam recipe:

Masala Uttapam – topping of mixed vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, green bell peppers, green chilies, cilantro

Onion Uttapam – topped with just finely chopped onions, chilies, and cilantro
Tomato Uttapam – topped with circles of thinly sliced tomato, chilies, and cilantro

Cheese Uttapam – topped with veggies of your choice and a sprinkle of grated cheese, these are perfect for kids and adults alike

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