10 Kerala Seafood Dishes For A So-Fish-ticated Feast

By Shireen Jamooji

Seafood is an integral part of Kerala cuisine, which is known for its rich and diverse culinary traditions.  From fish curries to prawn masalas and crab roasts, Kerala offers a wide range of mouth-watering seafood dishes that are sure to tantalise your taste buds.

Nadan Meen Curry

Nadan Meen Curry is a staple in Kerala cuisine made with coconut milk and various fish in a traditional style.

Chemmeen Masala

Chemmeen Masala is a spicy  dry dish made with succulent fried prawns and a blend of spices.

Njandu Roast

Njandu Roast is a dish where the crab is marinated with spices and dry roasted in a pan.

Karimeen Pollichathu

This popular Kerala delicacy made with Pearl Spot fish, marinated in a blend of spices and wrapped in banana leaves.

Meen Peera

Meen Peera is a traditional Kerala-style fish preparation made with grated coconut and a blend of spices.

Nadan Meen Curry

Nadan Meen Curry is a staple in Kerala cuisine made with coconut milk and various fish in a traditional style.

Kanava Thoran

A  popular Kerala-style preparation of squid or cuttlefish, which is stir-fried with grated coconut, onions, and a blend of spices.

Netholi Fry

This classic Kerala-style preparation of anchovies, which are marinated in a blend of spices and shallow-fried until crispy.

Kadukka Fry

Kadukka Fry is a quick and easy preparation of mussels that are stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and spices.

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Meen Moilee

Meen Moilee is a mild and creamy fish curry made with coconut milk and a blend of spices.