Unni Appam
A Kerala breakfast classic with its characteristic soft, fluffy middle and paper-thin, crispy edges. The fermented batter gives it a gentle sourness that balances rich curries.
Ingredientsfor 2 servings
- 2 cup Rice Powder Ari podi
- 1/2 cup Allpurpose flour Maida
- 1/2 cup Jaggery (Sharkkara)
- 2 nos Ripe Banana
- 1 cup Water
Preparation
Step 1
Heat 1 cup of water.
Step 2
Add jaggery and melt it.
Step 3
In another bowl, mix together rice powder and maida.
Step 4
Add the melted jaggery to the mix.
Step 5
When the batter cools, add grinded banana to it.
Step 6
Keep this batter for 4 hrs.
Step 7
Get the `unni appam kara` and add oil to each hole.
Step 8
When it boils, pour the mix.
Step 9
Remove the unniappams from the holes, when they are done.
Tip
The swirling motion takes practice. Your first two appams will likely be imperfect — consider them warm-up rounds.
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