Uttapam Recipe

Uttapam is South India's thick, savoury pancake: a soft, spongy base studded with tomato, onion and coriander, served with chutney and sambar. It is a wholesome, satisfying breakfast or light dinner.

Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

20 mins

Total time

35 mins

Servings

4 servings

Calories

320

Ingredients

• 400 g dosa batter (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 tomato, finely diced
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 1 green chilli, chopped
• Fresh coriander, chopped
• 2 tbsp grated carrot
• 1 tbsp chopped green capsicum
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Oil or ghee, for cooking

Instructions

1. Season the batter with salt and stir until smooth.
2. Heat a greased non-stick pan over medium heat and ladle in a thick round of batter.
3. Scatter tomato, onion, chilli and coriander over the top and press gently.
4. Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook until the base is golden and the top is set, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Flip briefly if you like a little colour on top, then serve hot.
6. Serve with coconut chutney and sambar for a complete South Indian meal.

Pro tips

• A thick batter gives the classic spongy uttapam texture.
• Keep the heat medium so the base crisps without burning.
• Press the toppings in gently so they stick.

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