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Oats Makhana Moong Dal Uttapam

*Ingredients:*

*For the Uttapam Batter:*
Rolled oats: 1 cup
Makhana (foxnuts): 1 cup
Moong dal: 1/4 cup
Curd: 1 1/2 cup
Salt: 1 tsp

*For the Filling:*
Carrot: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
Beetroot: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
Capsicum: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
Coriander leaves: 2 tbsp, chopped
Paneer: 1/2 cup, crumbled
Green chilies: 2, chopped
Black pepper: 1 tsp
Salt: 1/2 tsp
Red chili flakes (optional): 1/2 tsp

*Method:*

1. *Prepare the Batter:*
Heat a pan and add the makhana. Sauté till crisp.
Add the rolled oats and moong dal. Roast evenly until golden brown. Let the mixture cool.
Once cooled, grind the mixture into a smooth powder using a blender .
In a bowl, combine the powdered mixture with curd and enough water to make a thick batter. Add 1 tsp salt and mix well.

2. *Prepare the Filling:*
In a bowl, combine crumbled paneer, chopped vegetables (carrot, beetroot, capsicum), coriander leaves, green chilies, black pepper, salt, and red chili flakes if using. Mix well to combine.

3. *Cook the Uttapam:*
Heat a non-stick pan and apply a little oil.
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a thick, mini uttapam shape.
Sprinkle some of the prepared filling evenly over the batter.
Cook on medium heat until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until golden and cooked through.

4. *Serve:*
Serve the mini uttapams hot with coconut chutney or green chutney.

*Note:* This recipe yields approximately 12 mini uttapams. Adjust the quantities accordingly if you wish to make more or fewer uttapams. Enjoy your healthy and easy-to-make uttapams!


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