Uttapam

A common breakfast dish in most South-Indian homes, uttapam is quite easy to make at home.

1. To make the dosa batter: Soak 3 cups of rice, 1 cup urad dal &1 tsp methi dana (fenugreek seeds) for 4-6 hours.

2. Grind the soaked rice, urad dal & methi dana (fenugreek seeds) into a smooth paste.

3. To ensure the batter ferments well, keep the paste aside for 10-12 hours.

4. To bind the dosa: Add a bit of wheat flour & water and mix well.

5. Season the griddle with oil. Once the griddle is hot, pour a spoon of the batter.

6. Now add sliced onions, chopped tomatoes, chopped green chillies, coriander leaves.

7. Sprinkle sambar powder for aroma & flavour.

8. Add salt according to taste.

9. Cook for 5-10 minutes and serve.

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