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Appam


Appam is one of A's favorites. So that was among the first few dishes I tried making when we were newly weds <3. And thanks to Divya of Easy Cooking for this easy and "made from scratch" recipe which comes out looking beautifully lacy and tasting delicious. A loves it, so do I. Here comes the recipe as it is...  


Courtesy: Easy Cooking 

Ingredients


  • Raw rice – 1 C
  • Cooked rice – ½ C
  • Grated coconut – ½ C
  • Salt to taste
  • Baking powder – 1 t
  • Sugar – 1 T
  • Eno Fruit salt – 1 sachet
Method

  • Soak the raw rice for 4-6 hours.
  • Grind to a smooth batter adding the cooked rice and grated coconut and enough water.
  • Add the baking powder and salt.
  • Mix well and keep it covered for 8-10 hours.[I keep it overnight]
  • Next morning add sugar and mix well,add more water if the batter is too thick-it has to be of pouring consistency.
  • Just before you start making the appam,add eno fruit salt to the batter.
  • The batter will froth up instantly,mix gently.
  • Heat a non stick appa chatti[appam pan] or any non stick kadai.
  • Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan when it is hot and swirl the pan in a clockwise motion spreading the batter to the sides of the pan.
  • Swirling the pan gives the appam the customary pretty lace edges and a spongy centre.
  • Close the lid and cook on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Place the appam into a plate and serve hot with Stew, kadala curry or any non-vegetarian curry.

Comments

  1. Merry TummyFebruary 6, 2014 at 3:08 AM

    yum yum yum yum.....love it :)

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  2. UnknownFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:04 AM

    I have always meaning to make these Appams at home, never really got them right ! I guess you do need that perfect shaped vessel to achieve the perfect consistency

    First time on your blog, very fresh look and good recipes. Glad to follow you, stay in touch : )

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    1. Gopika RamFebruary 20, 2014 at 7:12 PM

      Hey Nupur.. We can make Appams in a flat pan too but the traditional one is made in this shape which requires the vessel meant for it called the Appam chatty.. check that out here : http://www.esuppliersindia.com/millenium-exports/appachatti-with-lid-pr286640-sCATALOG-swf.html

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  3. Merry TummyFebruary 21, 2014 at 4:20 AM

    Thanks for stopping by at my blog:)
    Very fresh and tasty blog :)
    Stay in touch :)

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  4. SoniaFebruary 21, 2014 at 6:10 AM

    Hello Gopika,
    The appams are my favorite and love them so much. I ahd them last time at Delhi haat while visiting India. Superb preparations.
    Thanks yo so much for the words of appreciation at my blog. I hope you will give it a try and like it too. For garam masala, take handful or measurement in equal quantity eg 1/2 cup of each ingredient. Even if you are running short on few, its okay and can add as per your convenience. The guts works best in the kitchen. Hope it helps. Take care! Sonia

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    1. Gopika RamFebruary 21, 2014 at 7:36 AM

      Thank you much for helping out Sonia :) Will surely let you know how it turns out..

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  5. Vysyas recipesMarch 19, 2014 at 12:03 PM

    very tempting appam.

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  6. Shaami (Shajitha Habeeb)May 1, 2014 at 11:40 PM

    Vellayappam, our usual breakfast item. Nice blog dear, glad to follow u. Visit my space also if u get time.

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  7. PriyaMay 5, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    Loved ur appam ..Looks divine .I love appam much ...Happy to follow u .Glad if you reciprocate the same..

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  8. UnknownAugust 27, 2014 at 3:27 AM

    welcome to my event Back to School Lunch Ideas and link ur recipes :)

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