FAMOUS DISHES OF KERALA

TOP DISHES TO TRY IN KERALA

Kerala is a paradise for food lovers. Kerala cuisine is a blend of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian prepared using fish, poultry and red meat. The common ingredient of all dishes is coconut and coconut oil. Kerala is the land of spices and uses spices such as chilly, mustard, turmeric, pepper, ginger, cardamom, clove, cinnamon, tamarind etc. in almost all the dishes.

#1. SADHYA

The traditional vegetarian feast of Kerala, Sadhya includes rice and different varieties of vegetarian curries served in a plantain leaf. Sadhya is a balance of sweet, sour and spicy dishes, mostly served on Onam, weddings and other special functions. 

#2. PUTTU AND KADALA CURRY

Puttu is a cylindrical steamed rice cake cooked in a mould with grated coconut is one of the popular breakfast items in Kerala. This well-liked food item is usually served with kadala curry (black chickpeas) or ripe bananas.

#3. APPAM AND STEW

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Another favourite food item of Kerala, Appam is a type of thin pancake made from fermented rice flour. The middle portion is thick and spongy while the sides are thin and crispy, Appam is usually served with stews either vegetarian or non-vegetarian.

#4. IDIYAPPAM WITH CURRY

Idiyappam, also known as Noolappam, is made from rice flour and grated coconut. Cooked in steam, Idiyappam is light and soft and best with egg curry or ripe bananas. 

#5. KARIMEEN POLLICHATHU

#6. NADAN CHICKEN CURRY 

#7. KAPPA AND FISH CURRY

#8. BEEF ULARTHIYATHU

#9. THALASSERY CHICKEN BIRIYANI

Thalassery Dum Biriyani is one of the famous dishes in Kerala. Made with biriyani rice, authentic masala mix, dry fruits, eggs and chicken, this dish is specially cooked during Eid season and served with salad, pappad and lime pickle.

#10. PAZHAM PORI

Pazham Pori or Ethakka Appam is a fritter, made with ripened bananas dipped in maida flour and fried in oil. Usually served along with tea, Pazham Pori is one of the favourite evening snacks in Kerala. In some part of Kerala, Pazham Pori is also served with beef curry.

#11. KOZHIKODAN HALWA

Kozhikodan Halwa, a soft rubbery texture sweet made of wheat, jaggery, cardamom and dry fruits, is popular across the country. Unlike other Halwas, Kozhikodan Halwa is made in pure coconut oil and available in different varieties of taste and colour.

#12. PALADA PRADHAMAN

Palada Pradhaman is one of the traditional desserts of Kerala. This sweet yummy delicious dessert made with rice ada, milk, ghee and dry fruits are mainly prepared during Onam and other special occasions.