COD IS AVAILABLEYou can now get the authentic taste and consistency of an appam with the traditionally seasoned cast iron appa chatti, so get it in your cart now!
The raw materials used are tested for impurities before going in for production and the final product is tested for durability and quality. We further hand-season your product to make sure it is ready to use. Be assured that your appa chatti will surpass anything out there (pre-seasoned or otherwise) in terms of quality and enhance your cooking experience.
- Toxic-free and safe to use
- Hand-seasoned using traditional methods
- No further seasoning required. Ready to use
- Diameter 8.5 inch | Weight: 1.2 kg | Depth: 1.8 inch | Volume: 500 ml
What is appam chatti?
An Appam Chatti is a traditional South Indian cookware used to prepare appams. It is a type of soft, fluffy pancake made from fermented rice batter. To make perfect appam, it needs a tawa like cooking tool made from cast iron. It features a rounded shape with slightly sloped sides. The appam chatti helps in cooking appams evenly. Perfect appams should be crispy from the outer edge and soft, spongy from the center. An appam chatti is essential for making the perfect appam.
What is appam chatti made of?
Appam Chatti is traditionally made from cast iron. Though, nowadays, some modern versions are crafted from non-stick materials for convenience but the cast iron one is best for cooking appams. Cast iron is preferred for its excellent heat retention and even cooking. The chatti typically has a concave or slightly rounded shape with low, sloping sides to help the batter rise in the center while crisping at the edges. Some are also made with a brass or aluminum base.
What are the benefits of using cast iron appam chatti?
Excellent heat retention
Cast iron appam chatti retains and distributes heat evenly. It ensures perfect appams with crispy edges and soft centers.
Durable and long-lasting
Cast iron cookware can last for generations if you use it with proper care.
Chemical-free cooking
Unlike non-stick cookware, cast iron doesn’t contain harmful chemicals, making it a healthier choice for cooking.
Improves iron content
Cooking in cast iron can increase the iron content of the food and provides an additional health benefit. It is especially good for people with iron deficiencies.
Versatile use
Not only for appams, you can use this cast iron chatti to cook various dishes.
Enhances natural flavor
Cooking in cast iron gives a unique and rich flavor to the food due to its seasoned surface.
