Low Fat Paniyaram

Delight in the guilt-free goodness of Low Fat Paniyaram, a South Indian delicacy reimagined for health-conscious food lovers! Made with a light and airy idli/dosa batter, this recipe incorporates a vibrant medley of finely chopped onions, grated carrots, green chilies, and fragrant curry leaves for a burst of fresh flavor in every bite. A quick tempering of mustard seeds and urad dal adds a tantalizing crunch, while the use of non-stick cooking spray keeps these bite-sized delights low in fat without compromising taste. Cooked to golden perfection in a Paniyaram pan, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside snacks are ready in just 20 minutes and pair perfectly with coconut chutney or your favorite dip. Ideal for breakfast, a light snack, or an impressive party appetizer, Low Fat Paniyaram is an irresistible addition to wholesome eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Idli/Dosa batter
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 finely chopped Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon, grated Ginger
• 1 medium, grated Carrot
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Urad dal
• 8 leaves, finely chopped Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Coriander leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Take a large mixing bowl and add 2 cups of Idli/Dosa batter.

Step 2

Add finely chopped onions, green chilies, and grated ginger into the batter. Mix well.

Step 3

Stir in the grated carrot, finely chopped coriander leaves, and salt. Combine the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 4

In a small pan, heat a tablespoon of water and add mustard seeds. When they begin to splutter, add urad dal and sauté until golden.

Step 5

Add chopped curry leaves to the pan with the spices, and then mix this tempering into the batter.

Step 6

Mix all ingredients well to ensure the vegetables and spices are evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Preheat a Paniyaram pan on medium heat. Spray each mold with a little non-stick cooking spray.

Step 8

Once the pan is hot, fill each mold about 3/4 full with the prepared batter.

Step 9

Cover the pan with a lid and let the paniyarams cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.

Step 10

Carefully turn the paniyarams using a skewer or a spoon and continue to cook for another 3 minutes, or until both sides are cooked through and golden.

Step 11

Remove the cooked paniyaram and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 12

Serve hot with coconut chutney or any dip of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(764.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	883.0

Total Fat 6.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1280.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 167.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 30.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 139.3mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 890.5mg	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: 6.8%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 79.1%