Chitau pitha/appam Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak rice in water for 4-5 hours and then grind it into a smooth batter.
• STEP 2.Add a pinch of salt and let the batter ferment overnight.
• STEP 3.Heat a non-stick pan and pour a ladleful of batter to form a round pancake.
• STEP 4.Cook on low heat until the edges turn golden brown and the center is cooked.
• STEP 5.Flip the pancake and cook for another minute.
• STEP 6.Serve hot with jaggery syrup, coconut chutney, or dalma.
• STEP 7.Store any leftover batter in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is of pouring consistency, similar to dosa batter.
• You can add a pinch of baking soda to the batter for extra fluffiness.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add grated coconut or cardamom powder to the batter.

Storage and Serving

• Chitau pitha is best served hot and fresh.
• You can store any leftover batter in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the pancake in a pan or microwave before serving.