The Uttapam appears like a generously topped pancake, scattered with golden-brown shrimps and flecks of green chilies, making the entire ensemble a feast for the eyes. The mango salsa in a small bowl on the side adds a pop of yellow-orange brilliance. Fresh mint leaves give the platter a vibrant freshness.

Exceptional Shrimp Uttapam with Mango Salsa

Name: Exceptional Shrimp Uttapam with Mango Salsa
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup shrimp cleaned and deveined; 2 ripe mangoes diced; 1/2 red onion finely chopped; 2 green chili finely chopped; 2 tbsp lime juice; handful mint leaves finely chopped; 1 cup semolina (sooji); 1/2 cup yogurt; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 tsp baking soda; to taste salt; 2 tbsp oil

An Indian-inspired brunch with a refreshing twist.

Category Brunch

Prep 25 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Indian

Technique Stirring

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily recipe · July 26, 2025

A little about this dish

Our 'Exceptional Shrimp Uttapam with Mango Salsa' is a perfect blend of traditional Uttapam infused with a seafood twist. A touch of shrimp brings in a unique freshness, with a tangy twist of mango salsa making it a summer delight. The key ingredients are shrimp, mangoes, and Indian spices.

Ingredients (for 4)

Shrimp — 1 cup — cleaned and deveined
Ripe mangoes — 2 — diced
Red onion — 1/2 — finely chopped
Green chili — 2 — finely chopped
Lime juice — 2 tbsp
Mint leaves — handful — finely chopped
Semolina (sooji) — 1 cup
Yogurt — 1/2 cup
Water — 1/2 cup
Baking soda — 1/2 tsp
Salt — to taste
Oil — 2 tbsp

Preparation

Step 1 — 🥣💦😋

Combine semolina, yogurt, water, a pinch of salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes.
Step 2 — 🥭🌶️😛

In a separate bowl, mix diced mangoes, chopped red onion, green chili, lime juice, and half of the chopped mint leaves. Place the salsa in the refrigerator to chill.
Step 3 — 🍤🔥🍴

Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink. Set the cooked shrimp aside.
Step 4 — 🍳🥞😊

Pour a ladle full of the semolina batter onto a heated non-stick pan, similar to making a pancake.
Step 5 — 🍤🍳👍

Arrange the cooked shrimp on top of the batter in the pan, gently pressing them into the batter. Drizzle some oil around the edges and cook until it turns light golden-brown.
Step 6 — 🥘🔄😋

Flip the Uttapam in the pan to cook the other side.
Step 7 — 🍽️🥭🍤

Serve the hot Shrimp Uttapam with the chilled Mango Salsa on the side.

A final fox tip

Originating from South India, Uttapam is a type of Dosa and quite popular for its unique texture and taste. Our twist on this classic with shrimp and mango salsa is sure to bring an exotic touch to your brunch. You can garnish with extra mint leaves or you can add some avocado slices to the salsa for extra creaminess if preferred.