A healthy and protein-packed snack made with green peas and semolina, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Make a purée with the boiled peas. Do not grind it too fine.
Mix the pea purée with the rest of the ingredients along with some water to make a thick, flowy batter.
Put some oil in each cavity of the Appe or paniyaram pan.
Add spoonfuls of the mixture into each cavity, cover, and cook for 3 minutes.
Invert the Appe and cook again until golden.
You can use fresh or frozen peas.
This recipe can be made gluten-free by replacing suji with besan (chickpea flour).
This recipe becomes vegan and dairy free by using lemon juice and not using sour curd.
How do I make Green Peas Appe from scratch?
To make Green Peas Appe, start by boiling 1 cup of green peas and then purée them, ensuring it's not too fine. Mix the pea purée with 1 cup of semolina, chopped ginger, optional green chillies, lemon juice or sour curd, baking soda, cumin powder, coriander powder, oil, and salt to taste. Add water to create a thick, flowy batter. Heat oil in a paniyaram pan, spoon the mixture into the cavities, cover, and cook for about 3 minutes. Flip and cook until golden.
Are Green Peas Appe suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Green Peas Appe are not gluten-free due to the use of semolina (suji), which is made from wheat. However, you can substitute semolina with gluten-free alternatives like chickpea flour or rice flour to make this dish suitable for a gluten-free diet.
What can I use instead of baking soda in Green Peas Appe?
If you don't have baking soda, you can use baking powder as a substitute in Green Peas Appe. Use about 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder instead of 1 teaspoon of baking soda. This will help the batter rise and create a light texture.
How should I store leftover Green Peas Appe?
To store leftover Green Peas Appe, let them cool completely and then place them in an airtight container. They can be refrigerated for up to 2-3 days. To reheat, you can pan-fry them briefly or microwave them until heated through.
What are some good side dishes or dips to serve with Green Peas Appe?
Green Peas Appe pair well with a variety of dips and side dishes. You can serve them with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or yogurt for a refreshing contrast. Additionally, a side salad or pickles can complement the flavors nicely.
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