Exploring 10 Iconic Dishes To Try In Kochi
By Shireen Jamooji
November 13, 2023
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Appam and Stew
A cherished breakfast in Kerala, appams – crisp and delicate – accompany a rich vegetable stew. The stew, be it with chicken or vegetarian, boasts a coconut milk base and a comforting flavour.
Fish Molly (Moliee)
Legend has it that Molly, adjusting to the spice preferences of Portuguese settlers, transformed traditional Kerala curry into Fish Molly. T
Meen Peera
Hailing from Kerala's seafood repertoire, Meen Peera features small fish, like anchovies, stir-fried with grated coconut, shallots, garlic, ginger, kokum, chillies, curry leaves, and spices
Puttu Kadala
A breakfast favourite, Kadala Puttu pairs black chickpea curry with compressed, steamed rice or rice flour cylinders infused with coconut. A hearty and cherished dish around Kochi
Kappa Botti
A Thrissur specialty, Kappa Boti combines mashed tapioca with goat offal. Despite the unusual pairing, locals vouch for its delectable taste, making it a common find in the city's eateries.
Kulukki Sarbath
Kochi's summer refresher, Kulukki Sarbath, is a lemonade with a twist. Made with freshly squeezed lemons and khus khus seeds, vigorously shaken,
Nadan Kozhi Varuthathu
A street food delight, Nadan Kozhi Varuthathu is a simple chicken fry with dried red chillies, garlic, ginger, and local vinegar. A popular finger food, often enjoyed at toddy shops.
Parippu
For a lighter option, Parippu offers boiled gram with a touch of ghee and spices. A simple and healthy choice, often eaten alongside plain rice for a nourishing meal or side.
Breudher
A reminder of Kochi's Dutch past, Breudher is a sweet, buttery bread resembling a plum cake, made with raisins, variations include candied orange peels or spices.
Pothi Cake
A childhood favourite in Kochi, Pothi Cake is a Kerala-style milk cake, rich and buttery. Enjoyed plain or with raisins, it comes in rectangular slices bundled into parcels.