Vijay Kumar, executive chef and partner at Semma in New York City, demonstrates the equipment, ingredients, and artistry essential to making some of the most popular dishes at his celebrated South Indian restaurant. Take an up-close look at the step-by-step creation of 5 rice and lentil based South Indian staples: Gunpowder Dosa, Uttappam, Idli, Paniyaram, and Idiyappam. Director: Cole Evelev Director of Photography: Brandon Yoon Editors: Micah Phillips Talent: Vijay Kumar Sr. Culinary Director: Kelly Janke Producer: Jonathan Bang Culinary Producer: Tina Martinez Culinary Associate Producer: Hip Torres Line Producer: Jennifer McGinity Associate Producer: Alicia Aswat Production Manager: Janine Dispensa Production Coordinator: Elizabeth Hymes Camera Operator: Daniel Nevanpera, Kirsten Potts Audio: Kurt Pierce Production Assistant: Nikki Ligos Post Production Supervisor: Stephanie Cardone Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter Supervising Editor: Eduardo Arajo Assistant Editor: JC Scruggs Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin Graphics, Animation, VFX: La Kichler -- 0:00 Introduction 0:20 Gunpowder Dosa 3:18 Uttappam 5:14 Idli 8:48 Paniyaram 10:44 Idiyappam 12:59 ConclusionWant Bon Apptit shirts, hats and more? https://shop.bonappetit.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_brand=ba&utm_campaign=aud-dev&utm_medium=video&utm_content=merch-shop-promo Still havent subscribed to Bon Apptit on YouTube? http://bit.ly/1TLeyPn Want more Bon Apptit in your life? Subscribe to the magazine! https://bit.ly/313UWRu ABOUT BON APPTIT Bon Apptit is a highly opinionated food brand that wants everyone to love cooking and eating as much as we do. We believe in seasonal produce, properly salted pasta water, and developing recipes that anyone can make at home.