Appam
Appam | |
| Alternative names | Hoppers, ãppa, kallappam, vellappam, palappam |
|---|---|
| Type | Pancake or griddle cake |
| Course | Breakfast or dinner |
| Associated cuisine | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Main ingredients | Rice batter |
| Variations | Egg hoppers |
An appam or vellayappam is a type of thin pancake originating from South India. It is made with fermented rice batter and coconut milk, traditionally cooked in an appachatti, a deep pan similar in shape to a wok. It's a popular dish in Indian states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and in Sri Lanka.. In Sri Lanka, it is popularly known as hoppers. Appams are most frequently served for breakfast or dinner, often with a side such as a vegetable or egg curry.