Low Fat Appe (South Indian Rice and Lentil Pancakes)

Transform your breakfast game with these Low Fat Appe, a delightful South Indian twist on rice and lentil pancakes that are as healthy as they are delicious. Made from a fermented batter of raw rice, urad dal, and a hint of poha for added softness, these golden, bite-sized treats are cooked in an appe pan with minimal oil, making them a guilt-free indulgence. The tempering of curry leaves, green chili, and mustard seeds infuses each pancake with bursts of aromatic flavor, while the subtle tang from the fermentation process ensures every bite is irresistibly light and fluffy. Perfect for serving with chutney or sambar, these low-fat appe are an ideal choice for a wholesome breakfast or snack. With their unique blend of ingredients and health-conscious preparation, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking authentic yet nutritious South Indian fare.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:480 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:510 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw rice
• 0.25 cup Urad dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 0.25 cup Poha (flattened rice)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Cooked rice
• 1.5 cups Water
• 0 Cooking spray or a few drops of oil for greasing appe pan
• 1 Green chili (finely chopped)
• 5 leaves Curry leaves (finely chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Oil for tempering

Directions

Step 1

Wash the raw rice and urad dal separately until the water runs clear. Soak them in water with fenugreek seeds for at least 4 hours.

Step 2

Soak the poha in a separate bowl with enough water to cover it for about 15 minutes before grinding.

Step 3

Drain the soaked rice and urad dal. Combine them with the soaked poha and fenugreek seeds. Blend everything into a smooth batter, adding water gradually as needed. The batter should not be runny.

Step 4

Add cooked rice to the blender towards the end and give it a final whirl to incorporate the cooked rice for a fluffier consistency.

Step 5

Transfer the batter to a large bowl, cover it, and let it ferment in a warm place for 8 hours or overnight. The batter should be well-fermented and doubled in volume with air bubbles.

Step 6

Before making appe, add salt to the fermented batter and mix it gently.

Step 7

For tempering, heat 0.5 teaspoon oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, let them splutter, then add chopped green chili and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds and mix this tempering into the batter.

Step 8

Heat the appe pan and lightly grease each mold with cooking spray or a few drops of oil.

Step 9

Pour a spoonful of batter into each mold, filling it three-quarters full.

Step 10

Cover the pan with a lid and let the appe cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 11

Using a wooden skewer or fork, flip the appe gently to cook the other side. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Step 12

Remove the appe from the pan and serve warm with chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(779.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1073.1

Total Fat 3.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2405.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 31.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 174.6mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 866.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.9%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 85.3%