Cheese Uttapam

Cheese Uttapam is a savory South Indian pancake made keto-friendly by using almond flour instead of traditional rice flour, topped with melted cheese and colorful vegetables. This delicious dish is perfect for a filling breakfast that satisfies both taste and dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 1 cup
• Egg - 1 large
• Greek yogurt - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Bell pepper - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar) - 1 cup, shredded
• Coconut oil or ghee - 2 tablespoons for cooking

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. In another bowl, whisk the egg and Greek yogurt until smooth, then add to the dry ingredients and mix well to form a batter.
3. Fold in the chopped onion, tomato, and bell pepper into the batter until evenly distributed.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil or ghee.
5. Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly into a round shape.
6. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the top.
7. Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the uttapam is cooked through.
8. Remove from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining batter and cheese to make the second uttapam.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 23 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a keto diet.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats, promoting satiety and muscle health.

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