By Shireen Jamooji
November 8, 2023
Kerala is known as God's Own Country for a reason. It has a wealth of culture and cuisine to explore that echo a long and fascinating past. Here are 8 dishes to introduce you to the delights of Kerala cuisine.
Puttu is a steamed rice cake, and Kadala Curry is a spiced black chickpea curry. They're a popular and hearty breakfast combination.
Karimeen Pollichathu is a traditional Kerala dish made with pearl spot fish, marinated in spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and then roasted or fried.
This vegetarian Kerala curry is made from pumpkin, lentils, and coconut, with a mild yet delightful flavour.
Also known as Ishtew, this creamy comfort dish can be made with vegetables or meat and served with a soft, fluffy appam.
Mutton Roast is a spiced and succulent mutton dish, often paired with parotta, a layered flaky flatbread.
As street food favourite. Pazham Pori, or banana fritters, are ripe banana slices coated in a crispy batter and deep-fried, making for a delicious snack.
Thalassery Biryani is a famous Kerala-style biryani made with fragrant rice, spices, and tender pieces of meat or vegetables
Palada Payasam is a sweet and creamy rice pudding prepared with milk, rice, sugar, and flavoured with cardamom or saffron, often served during festive occasions.