MARACHEENI APPLAM

Maracheeni appalam, also known as Tapioca Papad, is a traditional South Indian snack made from tapioca pearls (maracheeni in Tamil). The preparation involves soaking tapioca pearls in water until they become soft, then grinding them into a paste. This paste is mixed with spices, salt, and sometimes other ingredients like cumin seeds or chili powder to enhance flavor. 

The seasoned tapioca paste is spread thinly on sheets or molds and sun-dried until completely dehydrated. Once dried, maracheeni appalam can be stored for an extended period. To prepare, it is typically deep-fried or roasted until it puffs up and becomes crispy. Maracheeni appalam is enjoyed as a crunchy accompaniment to South Indian meals, offering a unique texture and taste with its mild, earthy flavor and crispy consistency.

Maracheeni appalam, also known as Tapioca Papad, is a traditional South Indian snack made from tapioca pearls (maracheeni in Tamil). The preparation involves soaking tapioca pearls in water until they become soft, then grinding them into a paste. This paste is mixed with spices, salt, and sometimes other ingredients like cumin seeds or chili powder to enhance flavor. 

The seasoned tapioca paste is spread thinly on sheets or molds and sun-dried until completely dehydrated. Once dried, maracheeni appalam can be stored for an extended period. To prepare, it is typically deep-fried or roasted until it puffs up and becomes crispy. Maracheeni appalam is enjoyed as a crunchy accompaniment to South Indian meals, offering a unique texture and taste with its mild, earthy flavor and crispy consistency.