Multimillet & Watermelon Paniyarams

Experience the delightful crispiness and softness of Paniyarams, South Indian dumplings with a perfect balance of flavors.

RECIPE:-

For watermelon rind paste

• 1 cup watermelon rind chopped
• 4-5 garlic cloves
• 1 inch ginger chopped
• 1 green chilli chopped
• 2-3 small pieces of coconut, brown part removed

For tempering

• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1-2 whole red chillies, broken
• A few curry leaves
• Pinch of hing

• Add all the ingredients for the watermelon rind paste to a blender and blend till smooth.
• Prepare a tempering as shown in the video. 
• In a big mixing bowl add multimillet flour, onion, watermelon rind paste, salt, cumin seeds, red chilli powder, black pepper powder and coriander leaves. Pour tempering over the batter. 
• Mix well, add water to adjust the consistency. The batter needs to be thick not flowing consistency.
• The batter is ready to be poured in the appe pan. Cook appe from both sides till they turn crispy.
• Serve with coconut chutney and enjoyyy.