Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 White rice, soaked | 210 g | Sweet · Cooling |
 Urad dal, soaked | 80 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Sweet corn kernels | 150 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fresh cilantro | 16 g | Astringent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Cumin seeds | 3 g | Pungent, Bitter · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
 Ghee | 18 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 380 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Grind the soaked rice and urad dal with enough water to make a thick, smooth batter.
- Fold in the cumin and rock salt; rest the batter for 45 minutes.
- Heat a griddle, brush it with ghee, and spread a small ladle of batter into a thick round.
- Scatter the sweet corn kernels and fresh cilantro over the wet surface and press them in lightly.
- Cook both sides over medium-low heat until set and golden, then serve warm.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (contemporary South Indian uttapam cooking)
Sweet Corn Uttapam is kept thick, softly cooked, and topped with finely cut vegetables. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Sweet Corn Uttapam
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (215g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 204 kcal | 440 kcal |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 38.1 g | 82.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 7.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 7.1 g |
| Calcium | 26.9 mg | 57.9 mg |
| Iron | 2.49 mg | 5.37 mg |
| Magnesium | 55.2 mg | 118.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 102.5 mg | 220.7 mg |
| Potassium | 185 mg | 399 mg |
| Sodium | 194 mg | 418 mg |
| Zinc | 0.99 mg | 2.14 mg |
| Copper | 0.21 mg | 0.45 mg |
| Manganese | 0.51 mg | 1.10 mg |
| Selenium | 7.2 µg | 15.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 26.1 µg | 56.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.23 mg | 0.49 mg |
| Vitamin K | 6.0 µg | 13.0 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.24 mg | 0.51 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 1.83 mg | 3.93 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 0.38 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 119.0 µg | 256.1 µg |
| Choline | 2.2 mg | 4.7 mg |
