This Blazing Red Pork Curry is a traditional Kerala-style pork preparation known for its deep red colour, bold spices, and slow-cooked richness. Made using Kashmiri chilli paste, aromatic whole spices, and kudampuli water, this curry looks intensely fiery but delivers a balanced, rounded heat rather than sharp pungency. In earlier days, when refrigerators were not … Continue reading Kerala Red Pork Curry with Kudampuli
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Kallappam is a traditional fermented rice pancake from Kerala. The name comes from the word “kallu” (toddy), which was originally used to ferment the batter. In olden days, yeast was not available, but toddy trees were plenty, and fresh toddy was commonly found in almost every household. Today, the situation is the opposite—yeast is easily … Continue reading Kallappam Recipe (Traditional Toddy Appam)
Meen Vatichathu is one of Kerala’s most iconic traditional fish curries, known for its deep red colour, bold spices, tangy flavour, and long keeping quality. This curry was prepared across Kerala for daily meals, weddings, and large gatherings, especially during times when refrigeration did not exist. Made without coconut or onions, this curry relies on … Continue reading Meen Vatichathu – A Traditional Kerala Spicy Fish Curry
Palappam — also called Milk Bread or Kerala Lace Bread — is a beloved traditional breakfast staple from Kerala. With its soft centre and delicate lacy edges, it’s a signature part of Christian festivities, Sunday breakfasts, and everyday meals in many homes across the state. Made from fermented rice batter enriched with coconut milk, palappam … Continue reading Palappam Recipe (Kerala Lace Bread)
Meen Nirapori is a beloved Kerala speciality featuring fish stuffed with a spicy, flavourful masala and shallow-fried to golden perfection. Tender fish pieces are generously filled with a coconut and spice mix, creating a crispy, aromatic outside and juicy, spiced inside — making it perfect as a snack, brunch item, or main dish with rice. … Continue reading Meen Nirapori – Stuffed Fish Fry (Kerala Style)
Kalan is a beloved traditional curry from Kerala, known for its creamy texture and vibrant flavours. Made with yogurt, coconut, and root vegetables like Elephant foot yam (or plantain), this curry strikes the perfect balance of tanginess, spice, and richness — making it a favourite at festivals, family meals, and everyday meals alike. It’s often … Continue reading Kalan – Traditional Kerala Yogurt-Based Curry
Vattayappam is a soft, round, and mildly sweet steamed bread from Kerala, cherished for its light texture, subtle sweetness, and comfort food appeal. Made with rice flour and fermented for flavor, this traditional recipe is a favorite during festivals, family meals, and teatime gathering. 🍛 Why Vattayappam Is Special 🍚 Light, spongy texture 🍶 Mild … Continue reading Vattayappam – Traditional Kerala Round Bread
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