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    Vattayappam | Steamed Rice Cake

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    Updated on September 29, 2021 By Shalini 6 Comments - This post contains affiliate links which means if you use them to make a purchase, I'll earn enough money to maybe buy me a lil' something - an ingredient, probably.

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    One of the traditional teatime snacks of Kerala, Vattayappam is made of rice and coconut! This soft, spongy, perfect low-calorie treat, is best served as breakfast or snack.

    Vattayappam kerala steamed rice cake made of rice and grated coconut

    Vattayappam is a pristine white steamed rice cake which is also a gluten-free snack. Yes, you heard that right. You can serve it as a teatime snack without any curry as a side. All you need is to add additional sugar than you'd do for the regular recipe. Vattayappam can be served as a breakfast with Stews and Curries.

    So, what exactly is Vattayappam? Vattam in Malayalam means Round and these are essentially round appams. Vattayappam batter is similar to the regular Appam batter. In fact, if you prepare Appams for breakfast, the remaining batter would be perfect to make Vattayappam for tea.

    | How to Make Kerala Appam

    Popular in Central Travancore (again! I know!), these can be found in almost all the bakeries and food joints. It is also an integral part of Christian feasts, be it on Christmas, Easter or weddings. Vattayappam is a favorite among kids too as it can be made sweet. They are a healthy option and is quite filling too. Add sugar, raisins, and cashews with a pinch of cardamom powder for added flavor.

    Vattayappam Recipe

    Grind soaked rice, grated coconut, cooked rice and water to form a thick yet grain-free smooth batter. Add ground cardamom, sugar, a pinch of salt and baking powder. Mix well and keep aside for 15-20 minutes.

    Grease a round mould or cake pan with a teaspoon of coconut oil. Pour the batter until ¾th full. Steam it in a pressure cooker or steamer. Insert a toothpick in the center after about 15-20 minutes to check if it is cooked properly. Slice and serve while still warm.

    You can top it with raisins before serving. Alternatively, you can line the greased mould with raisins before pouring the batter.

    I have used Baking powder in this recipe. However, you can also use yeast. If so, combine half tablespoon yeast and 1 tablespoon water and let it sit for about 15 minutes. Add it to the batter and let it ferment for 7-8 hours before preparing the dish.

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    Vattayappam | Steamed Rice Cake


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    Soft and spongy steamed rice cakes which are gluten-free, delicious and healthy


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup White Rice
    • ¾ cup fresh grated coconut
    • A handful of cooked rice
    • ¼ tsp Salt
    • 3 tbsp Sugar
    • ½ tsp Cardamom powder
    • ½ tsp Baking Powder
    • Water, as required
    • Oil, to grease the mould

    Instructions

    1. Soak the rice overnight.
    2. Grind soaked rice, grated coconut, cooked rice and water to form a thick yet grain-free smooth batter.
    3. Add ground cardamom, sugar, a pinch of salt and baking powder. Mix well and keep aside for 15-20 minutes.
    4. Grease a round mould or cake pan with a teaspoon of coconut oil.
    5. Pour the batter until ¾th full. Steam it in a pressure cooker or steamer for about 15-20 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center to check if it is cooked properly.
    6. Top it with raisins, slice and serve while still warm.
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    • Category: Appetizers & Snacks, Breakfast, Kerala, One Pot Meals
    • Cuisine: Kerala

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    1. Perilune George says

      August 13, 2019 at 11:22 am

      It very yummy dish my mother in law makes.

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    2. Ronel Janse van Vuuren says

      April 26, 2019 at 4:11 pm

      Looks delicious! I'll have to try it 🙂

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    3. Sanjota Purohit says

      April 25, 2019 at 10:32 pm

      Looks yum! I tasted this in one of my friend's home. It was delicious 🙂

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    4. Rachna Parmar says

      April 25, 2019 at 7:40 pm

      I've never had it and it looks gorgeous, Shalini.

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    5. Samira Gupta says

      April 25, 2019 at 6:10 pm

      Interesting recipe as always.

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    6. Vartika Gakhar says

      April 25, 2019 at 3:48 pm

      Never heard of this rice cake before, let me try this soon. Thanks for sharing your amazing food recipes.

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