Nut-Free Appe (South Indian Rice and Lentil Pancakes)

Discover the irresistible charm of Nut-Free Appe, a traditional South Indian favorite reimagined to suit nut-free diets. These bite-sized, golden rice and lentil pancakes boast a crisp exterior and soft, fluffy interior, achieved through the magic of natural fermentation. Featuring simple pantry staples like rice, split black gram (urad dal), and poha (flattened rice), this wholesome recipe is not only gluten-free but also packed with plant-based protein. Cooked to perfection in an appe pan, these savory delights are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a light dinner. Serve them piping hot with tangy coconut chutney or hearty sambar for an authentic culinary experience that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking nut-free South Indian recipes, this dish is a must-try for food lovers everywhere!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:480 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:510 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rice
• 0.25 cup Split black gram (urad dal)
• 2 tablespoons Flattened rice (poha)
• 0.5 teaspoons Fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and soak the rice in water for 6-8 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Separately, rinse and soak the urad dal and fenugreek seeds together for 6-8 hours or overnight.

Step 3

Just an hour before grinding, rinse and soak poha in water for 1 hour.

Step 4

Drain the water from the soaked rice and blend it with 3/4 cup of water until smooth. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Drain the urad dal and fenugreek seeds, and blend them with 1/2 cup of water until creamy. Add this to the rice batter.

Step 6

Blend the soaked poha with 1/4 cup of water until smooth and add to the mixing bowl.

Step 7

Mix the blended ingredients thoroughly, cover the bowl, and allow the batter to ferment in a warm place for 8-10 hours or overnight, until it doubles in size.

Step 8

Once fermented, add salt to the batter and mix gently.

Step 9

Heat an appe pan and add a drop of oil into each cavity.

Step 10

Pour batter into each cavity, filling them about three-quarters full.

Step 11

Cover and cook on medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom.

Step 12

Using a skewer or spoon, carefully turn each appe over and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown on the other side.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding oil as needed.

Step 14

Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(618.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	647.3

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2778.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111.6mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 569.3mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 48.5%