CultureAugust 8, 2026

appam

uh-PAHM

Definition

A type of South Indian pancake made from a fermented batter of rice and coconut milk, often bowl-shaped with a soft, fluffy center and crispy edges.

Etymology

Derived from the Tamil word 'appam' and related terms in other Dravidian languages, referring broadly to various types of rice or flour cakes.

In the news

The article lists appam as one of several examples of fermented food traditions in India, showing how fermentation is woven into the daily diet of the southern regions.

4 Countries With a Deep Love of Fermented Foods – and 5 That Avoid Them Entirely

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