Pepper Adai (Rice and Chile Pepper Pancakes from India)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 0
Pepper Adai, a spicy and crispy rice and chile pepper pancake from India
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

3 hours

Cook

20 min

Ready In

3 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup basmati rice
1/2 cup channa dal
1/2 cup split black gram Urad Dal ( skinless )
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
1 whole red chili pepper
1/2 inch fresh ginger
1 pinch asafoetida powder
4 fresh curry leaves
oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
240
Sugar
1g
Fat
2g
Pepper Adai is a traditional South Indian breakfast dish that originated in Tamil Nadu. It is a crispy pancake made with rice, channa dal, and urad dal, flavored with black pepper, red chili, ginger, and curry leaves. Pepper Adai is popular among health enthusiasts as it is gluten-free, vegan, and packed with simple and nutritious ingredients. It can be served with coconut chutney or sambar for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice, channa dal, and urad dal in several changes of water and soak them for 2-3 hours.
2.Drain the soaked ingredients and place them in a blender along with peppercorns, red chili, ginger, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Add 1/2 cup of water and blend to a smooth batter.
3.Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl, add salt and mix well.
4.Heat a skillet over medium flame and add a few drops of oil. Pour a ladleful of batter on the skillet and spread it evenly to form a pancake.
5.Drizzle some oil around the edges of the pancake and cook until it turns golden brown on both sides.
6.Repeat the process with the remaining batter to make more pancakes.
7.Serve hot with chutney or sambar.

PROS

Pepper Adai is a delicious and healthy breakfast option as it is gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein and fiber.

The use of black pepper and ginger in the recipe gives it anti-inflammatory properties and helps in digestion.

CONS

While the pancakes are nutritious, the addition of oil can make them high in calories.

The batter needs to be soaked for a few hours before cooking, requiring some planning ahead of time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pepper Adai is a nutritious breakfast option for both kids and adults.
The use of channa dal and urad dal makes it rich in protein and fiber, which helps in maintaining healthy digestion and keeps you full for longer.
The black pepper and ginger used in the recipe are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and can provide relief from cold and cough symptoms.

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