Uttapam
Uttapam
Uttapam (pronunciation: /ʊtːəpəm/) is a type of dosa from the Indian subcontinent. It is a popular dish in South India and is often consumed for breakfast or dinner.
Etymology
The term 'Uttapam' is derived from the Tamil language, where 'உத்தப்பம்' means 'flattened rice cake'. It is a combination of 'உத்து' (flattened) and 'பம்' (rice cake).
Description
Uttapam is a thick pancake, with toppings cooked right into the batter. It is traditionally made with rice and urad dal (split black lentils). The batter is fermented, which gives the Uttapam its characteristic flavor and texture.
The toppings for Uttapam are usually a mix of vegetables, which can include onion, tomato, capsicum, carrot, cabbage, coconut, and coriander leaves. However, the choice of toppings can vary based on personal preference and regional variations.
Related Terms
- Dosa: A thin, crispy pancake made from a fermented batter of rice and urad dal. It is a staple dish in South India.
- Idli: A type of savory rice cake, popular as breakfast foods in Southern India and among Indian-origin Tamils in Sri Lanka.
- Sambar: A lentil-based vegetable stew or chowder, cooked with pigeon pea and tamarind broth. It is popular in South Indian and Sri Lankan Tamil cuisines.
- Chutney: A sauce or a dry base for a sauce in the cuisines of the Indian subcontinent that can include such forms as a spicy coconut dip, a tomato relish, a cucumber pickle, or a spicy carrot pickle.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Uttapam
- Wikipedia's article - Uttapam
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