Uttapam Recipe

South Indian breakfast recipe – Uttapam, is a delicious savory pancake with crispy golden edges and a pillowy soft center.

A vegan, gluten-free, wholesome, and also makes for a quick and satisfying meal. It can be served with coconut chutney, green chutney, onion chutney, or ketchup.

Ingredients

make the batter

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spread the batter

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add the toppings

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cook

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serve

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