Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of cooked rice
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons of jaggery
- 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder
- 2 tablespoons of grated coconut
- 2 tablespoons of raisins
- 2 tablespoons of cashew nuts
Special Equipment Needed:
- Blender
- Frying pan
- Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a blender, blend the cooked rice and bananas until it forms a thick paste.
2. Heat the coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
3. Add the blended rice and banana mixture to the pan and stir continuously for 5 minutes.
4. Add the jaggery, cardamom powder, grated coconut, raisins, and cashew nuts to the pan and stir for another 5 minutes.
5. Reduce the heat to low and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
7. Grease a non-stick pan with some coconut oil and pour the mixture into the pan.
8. Cook the appam on low heat for 15 minutes, flipping it over halfway through.
9. Serve the appam hot with a side of your favorite chutney.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Temperature: Medium-Low
Serving Size: 4
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Jaggery: Brown sugar or honey
- Coconut oil: Vegetable oil or butter
- Cardamom powder: Cinnamon or nutmeg
Variations:
- Add some chopped nuts for extra crunch
- Swap out the bananas for mangoes
- Add some grated ginger for a spicy kick
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to stir the mixture continuously to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
- Grease the pan generously with coconut oil to prevent the appam from sticking.
- Let the mixture cool before pouring it into the pan to ensure it cooks evenly.
Storage Instructions:
The appam can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the appam in a non-stick pan over low heat for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Serve the appam with a side of chutney and some chopped nuts for garnish.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts, grated coconut, and fresh herbs.
Pairings:
Chutney, yogurt, or pickles.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Rice, dal, or curry.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the appam is sticking to the pan, add a bit more coconut oil and reduce the heat.
Food Safety Advice:
Make sure to store the appam in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days.
Food History:
Pesaha Appam is a traditional Indian dish that is traditionally served during the Easter holiday.
Flavor Profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and fragrant.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the appam with a side of chutney and some chopped nuts for garnish.
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Region: Indian