Appam (coconut Pancakes)

Appam, also known as coconut pancakes, is a popular dish in Mangalurean cuisine. These soft and fluffy pancakes are made with fermented rice batter and coconut milk, giving them a unique flavor and texture.

Vegetarian Gluten Free Breakfast Mangalurean Appam Coconut Pancakes Mangalurean Cuisine
Appam (coconut Pancakes)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw rice
  • 1/2 cup grated coconut
  • 1/4 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • Water, as needed

Instructions

  1. Wash and soak the raw rice for 4-5 hours.
  2. Grind the soaked rice, grated coconut, cooked rice, and yeast to a smooth batter. Let it ferment overnight.
  3. Add sugar, salt, and coconut milk to the fermented batter and mix well. Add water to get a pouring consistency.
  4. Heat an appam pan and pour a ladleful of batter into the center. Swirl the pan to spread the batter in a thin layer.
  5. Cover and cook the appam until the edges turn crispy and the center is soft and spongy.
  6. Repeat with the remaining batter, and serve hot with coconut milk or curry.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
3g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Appam pan Ladle Cover or lid

Tools

Grinder Bowl Measuring cup

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve hot with coconut milk or vegetable stew.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the batter is well-fermented for soft and fluffy appams.

Cost

$5