For the Uttapam Batter:
1 cupIdli rice
¼ cupUrad dal
½ tspFenugreek seeds
to tasteSalt
as requiredWater
For the Topping:
2 mediumOnions (finely chopped)
10–12Fresh basil leaves (roughly torn)
2 Green chillies (finely chopped)
¼ tspBlack pepper
2 tbspOil (for cooking)
For Garnish:
a fewFresh basil leaves
to serveCoconut chutney or tomato chutney