These kale and horsegram sprouts paniyarams with crispy edges and soft interior are a delicious, protein rich, and wholesome twist on the classic South Indian kuzhipaniyaram.
About this paniyaram
Paniyarams are also called pancake puffs, which are made all around the world with locally grown grains. You can call them as the Indian abelskeiver. Generally, paniyarams are made for breakfast, but it can be a snack or dinner too. The fluffy paniyarams are so versatile that you can make it plain simple or with added veggies or fruits or even filled ones. These light fluffy puffs can be packed with nutrition.
Both kale and sprouts are very healthy and there is no need to elaborate the benefits as that's well known. Kale is rich in vitamins and minerals, while horsegram sprouts pack protein, fiber, and earthy flavor. The amino acids in horsegram are unique aiding to wholesome nutrition and it also helps in weight management. With the nutritional boost provided by these two ingredients, it is a great choice to include these soft and spongy paniyarams in your menu.
These kale and sprouted horsegram paniyarams are crispy on the outside and soft inside. These paniyarams rich in nutrition and texture is a great delight for animal.
These paniyarams are great for breakfast, lunch, or even for dinner. You can also make for your toddlers and school kids as a delicious after school snack.
Ingredients
What to serve this with?
Any chutney like coconut, tomato, chilli, cilantro, or mint chutney pairs well with paniyarams for dipping or scooping. Check here for a collection of chutneys to choose, make, and serve with this paniyaram.
This spicy Fresno Chili Pepper Chutney is one of my personal favorite combination. You can also serve this Tiffini Sambhar too.
Storage
The kale and sprouted horsegram paniyaram are comforting when served hot or warm. They taste great at room temperature also. You can store the leftover batter in the refrigerator for a couple of days. Make and serve it hot with chutneys.
More Paniyaram Recipes
Kuzhipaniyaram are a delight to wake upto. Traditionally we make with fermented batter and there are tons of variations that you can make to the classic.
More Kale and Kollu (horsegram) Recipes
Kale and kollu (aka horsegram) are nutrient powerhouse. Here, I have a list of recipes that you will love to make for your family often.
Kale and Sprouted Horsegram Paniyaram
Ingredients
- 1½ cups Idli rice
- 1 tsp Methi seeds
- 1 cup Sprouted horse gram
- 1¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ cup Onion chopped
- 1 cup Kale chopped, packed
- ¼ tsp Ginger chopped
- ¼ tsp Garlic chopped
- Oil
For Tempering
- ¼ tsp Split urad dhal
- ¼ tsp Mustard seeds
- ¼ tsp Cumin
- ⅛ tsp Asafetida
- 1 tbsp Oil
Instructions
- Soak rice and methi seeds for 5 hrs. Drain the water, add the sprouted horse gram, and grind with fresh water to pancake batter consistency. Add salt and ferment overnight.
- In a pan, heat oil and season with mustard seeds, split urad dhal, cumin, asafoetida. Add the chopped ginger and garlic and saute for a minute. Then add the chopped kale and saute for about 3 min.
- Cool the kale mixture and add it to the batter. Add the onions too and mix well.
- Heat the paniyaram pan. Add a drop of oil in each half-sphere and add about 1-2 tablespoon batter depending on how much the shape in the pan can hold. Drizzle oil and cook for a couple of minutes. Flip it over and cook the other side.
- Paniyarams are ready to be served hot with chutney of your choice.
Mayuri Patel says
Anytime is fluffy and fermented paddu time for us, we simply love them. Just as well I have come across your paniyaram recipe using horse gram and kale. Something different from the usual urad rice batter. Can't wait to make them.
Seema Sriram says
This is certainly an interesting way to have kale, far better than the salad. These are perfect for lunch box too.
magicalingrdnts says
Yes Seema!
Priya Srinivasan says
Wow paniyaram with horsegram looks so hearty! Welcome change from the usual urad dal batters! Love your choice of tempering with kale !
magicalingrdnts says
Yes, it is different. Adding nutrition and variety make it all a new game. Thanks for visiting Priya.
Kalyani says
What a nutritious paniyaram this is, RAdha! Kale and horsegram sprouts.. yum and healthy too! Instantly bookmarking this..
Sasmita says
Wow !!! paniyaram with sprouted horse gram sounds amazing ..... And the tempering with kale is another interesting twist .... yum and healthy
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Sasmita!
Jayashree T Rao says
I have horse gram, will make these paniyaram soon. A good twist to the usual breakfast menu. I think we can use horsegram without sprouting too.
magicalingrdnts says
Sure, you can. Sprouting enhances the nutrition. This is a lovely breakfast that we enjoy and hope your family would too. Thanks Archana.
Preethi says
Kale and sprouted horsegram Paniyaram sounds so innovative. I am definitely going to make it soon as my family loves paniyaram.Love this healthy version.
magicalingrdnts says
They are delicious too. Thanks Preethi.