By Govind Kaushik
September 12, 2025
Tomato uttapam is a beloved South Indian recipe. Tomatoes make it tangy and a flush of red hue. It can be paired with sambar and chutneys. Check out how to make it at home
1 cup idli rice 1/4 cup urad dal 1/4 cup chana dal 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 tomato 1/2 onion Coriander leaves Salt to taste Oil for cooking
Start by grinding soaked rice, urad dal, chana dal, and fenugreek seeds into a smooth batter.
Let the batter ferment till it is fluffy and approximately doubled in volume.
Mix chopped tomatoes, onion, and coriander leaves. Set aside.
Heat a tawa and pour a ladleful of batter. Sprinkle the tomato mixture on top.
Cook on both sides till golden brown and serve with sambar or chutney.