Go anywhere around the globe, one cuisine that you can never miss out on is the authentic Udupi style crispy dosa and idli with chutney and sambar. It is a combo that everyone loves alike. These south Indian specialties can be literally eaten any day every day since they are not only tasty but also easy to make. Then you must be wondering if you can get that Udupi restaurant style taste at home. The answer is yes! We have brought to you a list of such popular recipes that you can replicate at home at your convenience.
Dosa -
First on the list is the most popular south Indian snack made using rice and urad dal. This crisp Indian pancake is known around the world as dosa. This is probably the first dish we order once we get to the restaurant, this time- make it at home. You can have the plain dosa as it is or twist it up with a flavour of your choice and make it a masala dosa, or instant noodle cheese dosa or pav bhaji dosa or even chocolate dosa, it tastes best in each form. Simply serve with sambar and chutney to enjoy.
Uttapam -
Then comes the uttapam for those who love a little masala in life. Typically, uttapam is again a type of dosa but slightly thicker, loaded with onion, tomatoes, etc. This delicious savory pancake with crispy golden edges and a pillowy soft center is also very popular at the Udupi restaurants. You can copy this super popular breakfast snack in its original form, or twist it up and make something unusual like Split Milk Uttapam, Uttapam Pizza, Ragi Uttapam.
Idli -
Next up on the menu is a popular south Indian breakfast snack which is not only very healthy but also tasty- Idly. Prepared in different shapes and sometimes different colours too, idli is popularly served alongside chutney. Again, there are so many varieties that you can make like the ragi idli, moong idli, oats idlietc. Otherwise, if you want you can stick to the good oldidlifermented rice and lentil batter.
Vada -
Another popular recipe on the list is a savory fried snack which is mostly paired with sambar- Vada. It looks like a donut but isn't sweet. This is usually kids' favourite and they instantly jump with joy when this is on the menu. The different types of Vada you can make are rasam vada, rawa medu vada, masala vada etc.
Sambar -
Lastly on the list is an authentic restaurant style sambar to pair with above recipes. Simply put, sambar is a lentil-based vegetable stew, cooked with pigeon pea and tamarind broth, but the taste is so heartwarming.
So, get ready to enjoy this Udupi style menu at home.
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