Uttappam Pizza

About Uttappam Pizza

Uttapam Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the savory flavors of Uttapam, a popular South Indian pancake, with the tempting appeal of a pizza. This innovative culinary creation seamlessly blends the traditional elements of Uttapam with the universally loved characteristics of pizza, resulting in a unique and delicious gastronomic experience.

The base of Uttapam Pizza is crafted from a batter made with fermented rice and urad dal, akin to the traditional Uttapam preparation.

This batter is spread onto a hot griddle to form a thick, pancake-like base. What sets Uttapam Pizza apart is the incorporation of a medley of vibrant and flavorful toppings inspired by both South Indian and Italian cuisines.

Typical toppings for Uttapam Pizza include a luscious spread of tangy tomato sauce, finely diced vegetables such as bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and green chilies, as well as a generous layer of grated cheese.

The combination of these elements adds a burst of colors, textures, and tastes to the dish, creating a harmonious blend of spicy, tangy, and cheesy notes.

Uttapam Pizza is often baked or grilled until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the Uttapam base turn golden brown. The result is a mouthwatering marriage of South Indian and Italian flavors, where the soft and spongy Uttapam base serves as a perfect canvas for the vibrant toppings, making each bite a symphony of tastes and textures.

This innovative dish not only showcases the diversity of Indian cuisine but also offers a creative twist to the beloved pizza. Uttapam Pizza is a testament to the culinary ingenuity that arises when traditional recipes are reinvented and combined to create something entirely new and exciting for the taste buds. Whether enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main course, Uttapam Pizza promises a delightful and satisfying culinary experience that brings together the best of two distinct culinary worlds.

Ingredients

How to Make Uttappam Pizza (Stepwise Photos)

1. Take semolina in a mixing bowl, add rice flour, refined flour and 4 cups     water and whisk till you get a thick and smooth batter. Add salt and mix well. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
   
2. Meanwhile, chop onions, tomatoes, capsicum and coriander.
   
3. Heat a non-stick dosa tawa, great it with ½ tsp oil. Pour a ladle full of batter and spread it into a thick round uttappam.
   
4. When the underside is light golden, flip, spread the tomatoes, green capsicum, onions and coriander leaves and cook till the other side is almost done.
   
5. Sprinkle cheese, cover and cook till the cheese melts. Make more pizzas in the same way.
   
6. Transfer onto serving plates and serve hot with green chutney, coconut chutney and garlic chutney.