Sri Lankan hoppers (appa)

Dive into the delightful world of Sri Lankan cuisine with this authentic recipe for Yeast Hoppers, or "Appa." These savory pancakes are made using fermented rice flour and coconut milk, resulting in a dish that's both crispy around the edges and soft at the center. Perfect as a breakfast treat or a snack, these egg-free and vegetarian hoppers are a staple in Sri Lankan households.

Ingredients

🍚 500g Wet rice flour
🍶 1 1/4 tsp Instant Yeast
🍬 1 tsp Sugar
🧂 1 tsp Salt
🥥 3 1/2 to 4 cups Thick Coconut Milk
🍈 Sesame oil, a small quantity for greasing the pan

Instructions

1- Prepare the Batter:

• Place the wet rice flour in a large mixing bowl.
• Sift the coconut milk into the rice flour.
• Thoroughly mix the flour and coconut milk by hand until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
• Add instant yeast and sugar to the batter and mix well.
• Cover the bowl with cling wrap and leave it to ferment in a warm place until it has risen and is bubbly, approximately 35 minutes.
• After fermentation, add salt to the batter and stir for about a minute until dissolved.
• Add the remaining coconut milk to the batter and mix until smooth and thinner in consistency.
• Allow the batter to rest for an additional 5 minutes.

2- Cook the Hoppers:

• Heat an appa pan over medium-high heat.
• Lightly grease the hot pan with sesame oil using a paper towel.
• Pour one ladleful of the batter into the center of the hot pan.
• Swirl the pan immediately to spread the batter, forming a thin layer with a thicker center.
• Cover the pan with its lid and increase the heat to high.
• Cook for about 2 minutes, until the edges of the hopper become crispy and golden.
• Remove the lid, gently loosen the hopper edges using a spatula or knife.
• Reduce the heat to low, remove the hopper, and place it on a cooling rack.
• Clean the pan with a lightly oiled paper towel before cooking the next hopper.

Prep Time: Approx. 45 minutes
Cook Time: Approx. 2 minutes per hopper
Total Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
Servings: Approximately 10 hoppers
Equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Small strainer
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Cling wrap
• Appa pan with lid
• Gas stove
• Paper towel
• Ladle
• Spatula/knife
• Cooling rack

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the pan is at the right temperature; it should not be smoking excessively.
• Stir the batter well before each use for consistent results.
• Adjust the temperature between high for bubbling and low for final cooking.

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Sri Lankan Hoppers (Appa)

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