Category: Kerala
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SALMON FISH PICKLE /MEEN ACHAR RECIPE
Fish pickle or Meen Achar is a spicy – tangy tasty dish, which is quite popular in Kerala Cuisine. It is a perfect side dish for rice and always has a prominent place in lunch boxes. Usually King Fish is used to make the fish pickle, but you can choose any firm flesh fish for…
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BANANAFLOWER CUTLET/VAZHAIPOO CUTLET
A mildly spiced cutlets made with Banana blossom or vazhaipoo, potatoes and seasonings. The banana flower adds a unique texture and taste to this cutlets, which made it irresistible for both vegetarians and/or non vegetarian foodies. I grew up eating this delicious cutlets as snacks and appetizers and we call this Vazhakoombu cutlet. The outer…
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Ethakka peera | Green Plantain with Shredded Coconut | Kerala Style
Ethakka peera is an easy delicious Kerala (South India) side dish. Pacha Ethakka or Green Plantain mixed with grated coconut, green chilies, ginger and other spices, with the fresh aroma of coconut oil and curry leaves. What I appreciate about this dish is its simplicity. A perfect dish for busy weekdays, which has all the…
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Watermelon Olan തണ്ണിമത്തൻ ഓലൻ
Kerala Olan is an easy yet essential side dish in Kerala Sadhya – A dish that gives out the unique tastes of Kerala. This simple delicious coconut milk curry is mildly spiced with green chilies and has the flavor of coconut oil and curry leaves. Traditionally, Olan is made using vegetables like ash gourd or…
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Fried Idli or Masala Idli – An Easy Teatime Snack
Fried idli or masala idli is a spicy crunchy South Indian snack. It is made by frying the leftover idli till they are crisp and then toss in spices. Idli is a traditional South Indian breakfast made by steaming the fermented batter of rice and lentils. Fried Idli can be made from fresh idlis. But…
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KERALA STYLE CHICKEN STEW
Chicken pieces in a creamy thick sauce of coconut milk, spices and vegetables. A delicious side dish for steamed rice, bread, appam or string hoppers. Kerala Chicken Stew is a mildly spicy dish but rich in flavors. It is a traditional dish from Kerala, a southern State in India. Kerala Cuisine is known for its…
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Chicken Biryani Using Country/Desi Chicken/നാടൻ കോഴി ബിരിയാണി
A hearty meal full of addictive flavors, Biryani is one of the must try dishes in India. It is vibrant in its color and flavor. Even though the Indian subcontinents have a wide varieties of Biryani recipes, every states in India has its own unique way of making this dish. The recipe I am sharing…
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Dried Shark Fish Curry-Kerala Style
Dried Shark meat in spicy and tangy sauce with sliced coconut is a perfect side dish for rice. If you like dried fish, then this recipe is a must try. It’s an easy one pot recipe for your busy weekdays. It’s a popular dish in central Kerala, and we usually have it with matta rice.…