Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 cup raw rice
-1/4 cup cooked rice
-1/4 cup grated coconut
-1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
-1/4 cup honey
-1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 cup coconut oil
Special Equipment Needed:
-Grinder
-Mixing bowl
-Pesaha Appam Pan
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Soak the raw rice in water for 4-5 hours.
2. Drain the water and grind the soaked rice into a fine paste.
3. Add the cooked rice, grated coconut, walnuts, honey, cardamom powder, and salt to the paste and mix well.
4. Heat the Pesaha Appam pan and add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to each mold.
5. Pour the batter into the molds and spread it evenly.
6. Cover the pan and cook the appams for 5-7 minutes on medium heat.
7. Flip the appams and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
8. Serve the appams hot with honey or any other topping of your choice.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 4-6
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 200
Fat: 13 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Protein: 4 g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
-Raw rice can be substituted with parboiled rice.
-Coconut oil can be substituted with any other cooking oil.
-Honey can be substituted with jaggery or sugar.
Variations:
-The batter can be flavored with other spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
-The appams can be topped with fruits like bananas or apples.
Tips and Tricks:
-Soaking the rice for a longer period of time will make the batter smoother.
-Adding a pinch of baking soda to the batter will make the appams fluffier.
Storage Instructions:
The appams can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheating Instructions:
The appams can be reheated in a pan or in the microwave.
Presentation Ideas:
The appams can be served on a plate with honey or any other topping of your choice.
Garnishes:
The appams can be garnished with chopped walnuts or grated coconut.
Pairings:
The appams can be served with a cup of tea or coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
The appams can be served with a side of chutney or pickle.
Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the batter is too thick, add a few tablespoons of water to make it smoother.
-If the appams are not cooked properly, reduce the heat and cook for a few more minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
Always use clean utensils and ingredients while preparing the appams.
Food History:
Pesaha Appam is a traditional Kerala dish that is usually prepared during the festival of Pesaha.
Flavor Profiles:
The appams have a sweet and nutty flavor with hints of cardamom.
Serving Suggestions:
The appams can be served as a snack or as a dessert.
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