By Garima Johar
September 12, 2025
Appe is a popular South Indian snack that can be quickly whipped up for a nutritious breakfast and enjoyed as a mid-meal munchie. To make a batch of appe at home, try this easy recipe.
1 cup rice 1/4 cup urad dal 1/4 cup fenugreek seeds 1/4 cup grated coconut 1 green chilli, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder Salt to taste Water as needed
Rinse and soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds for at least 5 hours.
Add grated coconut, green chilli, turmeric, cumin powder, and salt. Grind to get a smooth batter.
Add water to adjust consistency. Let the batter ferment.
Heat the appe pan or mould and pour in the batter.
Cook till the appe are golden brown on both sides. Serve with sambar or coconut chutney.