# Sama Coconut Savoury Pancakes

> These savoury pancakes made with sama rice and water chestnut flour offer a light and satisfying start to your day. They are a wholesome choice for fasting, featuring traditional ingredients that are easy to digest.

- Category: Breakfast
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Time: 18 min · Serves 4 · Easy
- Per serving: 206 kcal · 4 g protein · 32 g carbs · 7 g fat
- Tags: Gluten Free, Navratri, High Energy
- Published: 2026-10-10
- Source: https://idyora.com/recipes/sama-coconut-savoury-pancakes

## Ingredients

### For the Pancake Batter
- 1 cup cooked sama rice
- ½ cup singhara flour
- ¼ cup fresh coconut, grated
- ½ cup curd
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp rock salt
- 2-3 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped

## Method

1. **Prepare the Batter.** In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup cooked sama rice, 0.5 cup singhara flour, 0.25 cup grated fresh coconut, 0.5 cup curd, 1 tsp cumin, and 1 tsp rock salt. Add 2-3 tbsp water as needed to form a thick, spreadable batter, mixing well to ensure no lumps remain.
2. **Cook the Pancakes.** Heat a non-stick tawa or flat pan on medium heat and grease it lightly with 1 tbsp ghee. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the pan, spreading it gently into a small circle, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the edges turn golden and crisp.
3. **Finish and Serve.** Flip the pancake carefully and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Once cooked through, garnish with a sprinkle of chopped coriander leaves and serve immediately while warm.

## Tips

- Ensure the sama rice is cooled before mixing to maintain the right texture of the batter.
- If the batter feels too thick, add an extra tablespoon of water to achieve a pancake-like consistency.
- Cooking with ghee enhances the aroma and helps achieve a crisp outer layer [3].

## How to serve

Serve these warm pancakes with a side of chilled curd or a fresh coconut-based chutney.

## Nutrients per serving

- Fibre: 1.2g
- Calcium: 52mg
- Iron: 0.7mg
- Sodium: 609mg
- Vitamin C: 0mg

## Why it's good for you

Sama rice and singhara flour are traditional staples often included in fasting diets for their energy-boosting properties [1]. Singhara flour, or water chestnut flour, is a gluten-free choice that is valued for supporting digestive health [1]. Incorporating fresh coconut into your meals not only enhances flavor but also contributes to the fat content of the dish, which can support daily energy requirements [2]. Research indicates that traditional cooking methods, when combined with ingredients like coconut and curd, provide a nourishing profile for the daily diet [2]. As with any dietary change, especially for those managing specific health conditions, it is best to plan your meals in consultation with your doctor or a registered dietitian to ensure they align with your individual nutritional needs.

## Sources

1. [Preparation and quality characterization of Singhara Gond Pak](https://exa.ai/library/publication/tlggqvm6tbk) — exa.ai, 2024
2. [Effect of Common Culinary Methods Practiced in Sri Lanka on the Nutrient Composition of Commonly Consumed Vegetables and Other Foods - PMC](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8289605/) — US National Institutes of Health