Onam 2023:  8 Kerala Snacks That Should Be on Your Sadhya Platter

By Shreya Goswami

August 18, 2023

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Kerala cuisine is known for its delicious snacks, and during Onam, a select few of these are also served as a part of the Sadhya feast. Here are some such snacks you should try.

Ethakka Upperi

Raw banana slices are soaked in turmeric and salt water, then drained and deep-fried to perfection for these delicious snacks.

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Parippu Vada

Prepared with a mic of chana dal, spices and a dash of rice flour, these crispy lentil fritters are simply delicious.

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Pazham Pori

Ripe bananas sliced lengthwise, dipped in a spiced batter and golden fried to perfection, Pazam Pori is a satisfying snack.

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Sarkara Varatti

Ripe banana wedges are deep-fried and then tossed in a syrup made with jaggery, ginger, cardamom and more.

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Uzhunnu Vada

Also known as Medu Vada, these urad dal vadas are loaded with onions, ginger, curry leaves, green chillies and asafoetida.

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Kaliyadakka

Also known as Uppu Seedai, these round, deep-fried snacks are made with rice, urad dal, coconut, sesame and spices.

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Kappa Chips

Made with thinly sliced tapioca that is deep-fried and tossed in salt and spices, these Kappa Chips are a crunchy treat.

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Chakka Chips

Ripe jackfruit bulbs are separated, chopped and deep-fried to golden perfection to make these traditional chips.

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