Uttapam

7 steps. Take it one step at a time.

1. 01

   Mix the finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, grated ginger

   In a bowl, mix the finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, grated ginger, and cilantro. Add a pinch of salt if desired.

2. 02

   Heat a non-stick tawa or cast-iron griddle

   Heat a non-stick tawa or cast-iron griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease it with a small amount of oil.

3. 03

   Pour a ladleful of the fermented batter

   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.

4. 04

   Sprinkle a portion of the prepared vegetable topping evenly

   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.

5. 05

   Drizzle 1 teaspoon of oil around the edges and

   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.

   3 min
6. 06

   Flip the uttapam carefully

   Flip the uttapam carefully and cook the side with the vegetables for 1-2 minutes until they are slightly charred and golden.

   2 min
7. 07

   Flip back and remove from the tawa

   Flip back and remove from the tawa. Repeat the process with the remaining batter and toppings.