{"id":"recipe_f6c44b4f8e","slug":"uttapam","title":"Uttapam","description":"A thick, savory South Indian pancake made from fermented rice and lentil batter, topped with a colorful and flavorful mix of onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"3 cups fermented idli/dosa batter","name":"Fermented idli","quantity":720,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"3","usUnit":"cup","form":"fermented","notes":"Standard rice and urad dal fermented batter","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 medium red onion, finely chopped","name":"Red Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"red","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped","name":"Tomato","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"seeded and chopped","notes":"","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 green chillies, minced","name":"Green Chilli","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"minced","notes":"Adjust based on spice preference","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 inch ginger, grated","name":"Ginger","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.35,"usUnit":"oz","form":"grated","notes":"","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped","name":"Cilantro","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.35,"usUnit":"oz","form":"chopped","notes":"Fresh coriander leaves","group":"Toppings","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"4 tablespoons oil","name":"Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2.1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"liquid","notes":"Or ghee for better flavor","group":"Cooking","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Batter","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a bowl, mix the finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, grated ginger, and cilantro. Add a pinch of salt if desired.","group":"Preparation","title":"Mix the finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, grated ginger","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Heat a non-stick tawa or cast-iron griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with a small amount of oil.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a non-stick tawa or cast-iron griddle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Pour a ladleful of the fermented batter onto the center of the tawa. Spread it slightly to form a thick pancake about 5-6 inches in diameter. Do not spread it too thin like a dosa.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour a ladleful of the fermented batter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Sprinkle a portion of the prepared vegetable topping evenly over the batter while it is still wet. Gently press the toppings down with a spatula so they stick to the batter.","group":"Cooking","title":"Sprinkle a portion of the prepared vegetable topping evenly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Drizzle 1 teaspoon of oil around the edges and on top of the uttapam. Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the base is golden brown and the top is set.","group":"Cooking","title":"Drizzle 1 teaspoon of oil around the edges and","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Flip the uttapam carefully and cook the side with the vegetables for 1-2 minutes until they are slightly charred and golden.","group":"Cooking","title":"Flip the uttapam carefully","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Flip back and remove from the tawa. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and toppings.","group":"Cooking","title":"Flip back and remove from the tawa","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar for a traditional breakfast experience. You can also add grated carrots or capsicum for extra nutrition.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["saute"],"equipment":["Tawa or Griddle","Ladle","Spatula","Mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian","vegan","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes approximately 8 medium-sized uttapams"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The batter must be prepared and fermented 8-12 hours in advance. Toppings can be chopped a few hours ahead."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover uttapams in an airtight container. Best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated on a tawa.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on a hot griddle with a drop of oil to maintain texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_f6c44b4f8e%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=36af099f-aec5-4810-bab1-d46d6e1907b7","imageAlt":"Uttapam — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["indian","breakfast","pancake","savory","vegetarian","vegan","gluten-free"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Uttapam","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T16:53:25.112Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T16:53:25.112Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_fb27e32ec2","slug":"curd-rice-thayir-sadam","title":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam)","description":"A comforting, creamy South Indian staple made with soft-cooked rice mixed with cool yogurt and tempered with aromatic spices, mustard seeds, and curry leaves.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_fb27e32ec2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f4b6828b-7878-41e2-be3a-0eb61ce6a548","imageAlt":"Curd Rice (Thayir Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["rice","yogurt","south indian","curd rice","thayir sadam","comfort food","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_4f66a15443","slug":"lemon-rice-elumichai-sadam","title":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam)","description":"A vibrant, tangy, and aromatic South Indian classic made with fluffy precooked rice, fresh lemon juice, and a crunchy tempering of lentils, peanuts, and spices.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["South Indian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_4f66a15443%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=35e72f0f-1a06-4145-8088-dfcf951a6bfb","imageAlt":"Lemon Rice (Elumichai Sadam) — recipe cover","tags":["lemon rice","south indian","tangy","quick lunch","vegan indian","yellow rice"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_c3ae6a52c8","slug":"moong-dal-khichdi","title":"Moong Dal Khichdi","description":"A comforting, wholesome Indian one-pot meal made with rice and yellow moong lentils, tempered with ghee and mild spices. 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