Vegan Amboli

Experience the wholesome goodness of Vegan Amboli, a traditional Maharashtrian pancake made with fermented rice and urad dal batter. This naturally vegan and gluten-free recipe highlights the art of fermentation, delivering light and fluffy pancakes with a slightly tangy flavor. Perfectly golden and crisp on the outside yet soft on the inside, these savory delights are infused with the subtle aroma of fenugreek and cooked to perfection with minimal oil. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Vegan Amboli pairs beautifully with coconut chutney, tangy tamarind sambar, or even a drizzle of spicy pickle oil. Easy to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity, health, and authentic Indian flavors that will satisfy both your taste buds and your culinary curiosity.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:480 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:505 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rice
• 0.25 cup Urad dal (split black gram)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under running water and soak it in enough water for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Rinse the urad dal and fenugreek seeds under running water and soak them together in a separate bowl for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 3

Drain the soaked rice and blend it into a smooth batter, adding a little water if necessary to aid blending.

Step 4

Refrigerate the batter in a large bowl, allowing enough room for it to double in volume during fermentation.

Step 5

Mix the drained urad dal and fenugreek seeds into a smooth paste using a blender, adding water little by little to achieve a thick consistency.

Step 6

Combine the rice batter and dal paste in a large bowl, and mix them well using your hand. This will help to incorporate air into the batter.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the batter ferment for about 8-12 hours in a warm place, until it has risen and has small bubbles on the surface.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Heat a non-stick skillet or tawa over medium heat and lightly grease it with a little oil using a brush or a piece of folded paper towel.

Step 10

Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the hot skillet and gently spread it in a circular motion to form a pancake of about 6 inches in diameter.

Step 11

Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges of the amboli and cook until the bottom turns golden brown.

Step 12

Flip the amboli and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 14

Serve the Vegan Amboli hot with chutney or sambar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(603.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	627.8

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2778.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 17.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 109.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 561.0mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 47.3%