Broccoli Keema and Cheese Uttapam
Course: South Indian Breakfast
Cuisine: South Indian Recipes
Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Keema is a traditional South Asian dish made from minced meat, often associated with mutton. Vegetarian variations use ingredients like peas or cauliflower. In this recipe, we swap meat for broccoli, creating a healthy and flavorful filling for Uttapam, a savory pancake typically enjoyed for breakfast or dinner in South India. This version combines broccoli keema with melted mozzarella cheese for an indulgent yet nutritious twist.
Ingredients
For the Broccoli Keema
- 1 Broccoli, cleaned
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 Green Chilli, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder (Dhania)
- 1/4 tsp Red Chilli powder
- 1 tsp Oil
- Salt, to taste
For the Uttapam
- 2 cups Idli Dosa Batter
- 1/4 cup Mozzarella cheese, finely grated
- Oil, as needed
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Instructions
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Prepare the Broccoli Keema:
- Add the broccoli florets to a food processor and pulse a couple of times until finely grated.
- Heat a small pan over medium heat with 1 teaspoon of oil.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and green chili to the pan, sautéing until the onions turn golden brown.
- Add the grated broccoli, along with salt to taste, and cook until the raw smell dissipates.
- Stir in the coriander powder and red chili powder, cooking for a few more minutes until the spices are well integrated.
- Turn off the heat and set aside.
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Prepare the Uttapam:
- Heat a dosa griddle or non-stick pan and pour a ladle full of dosa batter onto the griddle.
- Swirl the batter once to spread it into a thick, round pancake shape.
- Spoon the prepared broccoli keema mixture onto the batter, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture.
- Drizzle oil around the edges and cover the griddle to allow the Uttapam to cook until golden brown and the cheese melts.
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Serving:
- Serve your Broccoli Keema and Cheese Uttapam hot with Idli Dosa Milagai Podi (a spicy condiment) or coconut chutney for a delightful breakfast, lunch, or even a weeknight dinner.
This recipe combines the goodness of broccoli with the comfort of a cheesy Uttapam, making it a great choice for a healthy and satisfying meal.
