Spiced Tawa Chickpea Uttapam Recipe

About this recipe

Spiced Tawa Chickpea Uttapam is a satisfying and wholesome Indian breakfast dish that combines the goodness of chickpeas with the tangy flavor of fermented rice and lentil batter. Balanced with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables, this uttapam is cooked on a flat griddle to achieve a soft and fluffy texture with a golden crust. Perfect for an active lifestyle, this dish offers moderate heat and is rich in fiber and plant-based protein, making it ideal for weight loss goals. Serve this delicious meal with coconut chutney or tangy tomato chutney for a burst of flavors to start your day right.

Ingredients

• 1 Kg Idly/Dosa Batter
• 500 g Onion
• 100G Oleo
• 100 G Lasun Khobra Chutney
• - Besan
• medium Chilli Green Long
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 50g Everest Garam Masala
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Red Chili Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 500 g Tomato - Hybrid
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, fermented dosa batter, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth batter.
2. 2. Fold in the finely chopped tomato, onion, green chili, and coriander leaves into the batter to distribute the vegetables evenly.
3. 3. Heat a flat tawa or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil.
4. 4. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the tawa and spread it evenly into a thick circle, similar to a pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown.
5. 5. Flip the uttapam gently using a spatula and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through and golden.
6. 6. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the tawa lightly between each uttapam.
7. 7. Serve the freshly made uttapams hot with coconut chutney or tangy tomato chutney for a complete meal.