Kozhikodan Biriyani | Calicut Chicken Biryani
Kozhikodan Biriyani | Calicut Biryani – withstanding the test of time through its rich spice heritage.
Tuna Cutlet Recipe – Tuna Croquette
This Tuna Cutlet Recipe comes in handy when you want to make a tasty tea time snack. These croquettes are a great addition to the Ramadan Iftar menu as well. Lol, It’s been 15 years since Jessica Simpson sat on her couch with a bowl of Chicken Of The Sea (canned seafood) and dared to …
Meen Chatti Curry | Claypot Fish Curry
“Meen Chatti Curry – and the total experience! ” ‘Chatti’ refers to the particular type of earthenware used for cooking authentic, spiced fish curries. The traditional Kerala Fish Curry has got a brand new look.. Not quite new actually, Here we are going back in time. Many modern restaurants have stopped serving the traditional spicy …
Thalassery Egg Biryani | Malabar Special
Thalassery Egg Biryani is the perfect Biriyani, for when you need to feed those who don’t eat, chicken, mutton or seafood. For those of you who raise an eyebrow at the thought of Egg Biriyani, let me make assure you that it is really yummy! No, it does not smell eggy, as we are using …
Kothu Parotta | ‘Torn Paratha’ Stir-Fry
Kothu Parotta is a popular Street snack, in parts of South India and Srilanka. ‘Kothu’ means minced or chopped. This is a stir-fry, made with savoury scrambled egg and chopped up / torn pieces of parotta (paratha) which is the popular layered and fried flatbread You can hear the signature clacking noise in the evenings …
Fried Prawn Starter | Kerala Style
Here is a Fried Prawn Starter recipe from the houseboats and backwater resorts of Kerala. It’s fast, simple and fun to make! It’s delightful to be served as starters at parties or on your friendly game night. They can of course, also be served as a side with your meal. The prawns are peeled …
Varutharacha Kadala Curry | Black Chickpeas Curry with Ground Roasted Coconut
Varutharacha Kadala Curry is the authentic preparation of Black Chickpeas in a spiced, roasted coconut curry. The inviting aroma of the grated coconut, being fried with the simple spices lets everyone know what we are having for breakfast! Puttu and Kadala is a very popular breakfast item in Kerala and my husband loves it. Roasting …
Thalassery Beef Biriyani | Malabar Biriyani
Thalassery Beef Biriyani has been a long requested recipe here on RAS. Those of you who frequently visit for my Malabar style recipes, I hope you will enjoy my recipe for a delicious Beef Biriyani. Thalassery is truly a place represented by its hospitable locals, who are always happy to feed a hungry soul… The …
Njandu Chikkiyathu | Spicy Shredded Crab Meat with Coconut
Njandu Chikkiyathu | Spicy Shredded Crab Meat with Coconut. Vacations to India are often filled with road trips. Long scenic road trips, either for liesure or to visit relatives who are spread all over the place. It’s fun although the kids seem to spend more time playing games on their phones than looking out and experiencing …
Malabar Fish Curry with Coconut Tamarind and Tomato
Malabar Fish Curry with Coconut Tamarind and Tomato Kerala is known for its delicious fish and seafood. There are so many varieties of fish curry that are so very delicious. While in many curries, ‘kudampuli’ or gambooge is used, in the Malabar region, most curries only use tamarind as the souring agent. Ground coconut, tomato …
Kozhi Ada | Mini Fried Chicken Dumplings
Kozhi Ada | Mini Fried Chicken Dumplings Hi everyone! Let me take this opportunity to wish you all a very HAPPY NEW YEAR. Thank you to all my blog readers who sent in comments and wishes.. I have been away for over a month and sadly had no access ( or time) to post …
Vanpayar Ularthiyathu | Brown Bean and Shallots Mash
Vanpayar Ularthiyathu | Brown Bean and Shallots Mash Vanpayar Ularthiyathu is the classic Kerala comfort food. The ‘brown beans’ (red cow peas / red gram / ‘red chawli’) are a brownish version of the ‘green bean’ or whole ‘mung dal’. It also looks similar in shape to the ‘black-eyed bean’, except it’s smaller.
Fish Roe Fry | Kerala Palinjeen Fry
Fish Roe Fry | Kerala ‘Palinjeen’ Fry Fish Roe Fry is a favorite in our house. Whenever I get good fish roe (Fish Eggs), I usually prepare it in this way. Both female fish roe (Hard Roe) and male fish roe (Soft Roe), may be used.. In the picture, I have used only the Hard Roe of …
Nadan Varal Curry | Bral Fish Curry
Nadan Varal Curry | Bral Fish Curry This is the Nadan Varal Curry – The country style Bral Fish Curry which is much sought after by so many. Feelings of nostalgia, certainly take over when those who love this fish are served this curry. An authentic method of preparation that has been followed for …
Pineapple Pachadi – Sweet and Savory Pineapple Curry with Yoghurt and Coconut
Pineapple Pachadi – Sweet and Savory Pineapple Curry with Yoghurt and Coconut Pineapple Pachadi is a deliciously different type of curry. The punch of raw mustard seeds blends so well in this yoghurt and coconut-based curry with fresh pineapple! Feel the tanginess. Enjoy the sweetness. Savour the Flavor! This is one of the dishes prepared for the …
Ada Pradhaman with Instant Ada (Rice Flakes)
Ada Pradhaman with Instant Ada (Rice Flakes) Ada Pradhaman is one of the most sought after Payasams when it comes to Kerala feasts and Onam Sadhyas. Here is how to make it easily and deliciously with the store-bought instant ada. The Payasam thickens after resting a while, like in the picture. The texture can be loosened …
Nadan Parippu Curry – Moong Dal Curry for Kerala Sadhya
Nadan Parippu Curry – Dal Curry for Kerala Sadhya This is the traditional method of preparing delicious Nadan Parippu Curry. I absolutely love this with some fresh ghee drizzled on top of the hot dal curry. Husked Moong dal is used for this dish. Give me a plate of rice, some of this awesome parippu curry, …
Anna Pathiri |അണ പത്തൽ | Mutton Pidi – Coin shaped rice dumplings with Mutton Gravy
Anna Pathiri – Mutton Pidi – Coin shaped rice dumplings with Mutton Gravy Presumably, the word ‘ Anna’ / ‘അണ’ in Anna Pathiri, relates to its size which is the same as the old Indian ‘Anna’ Coin. These are usually made into small thick disks which are pressed with the thumb in the centre. The …
Beef Varattiyathu – Simple Kerala Recipe
This ‘Beef Varattiyathu’ recipe or tender, twice cooked beef is a delicious recipe from Kerala. I have given two mixes to marinate and par-cook the beef initially. The first is simple with basic spices and the second gives a more delicious and irresistible taste ( more spices and fresh ingredients involved here). So take your …
Pazham Pori – Tea Shop Plantain Fritters Kerala favorite
Pazham Pori Pazham Pori (Sweet Plantain Fritters) / Ethakka Appam/ പഴം പൊരി. Kerala favourite Tea time snack. Pazham Pori is a staple at Tea stalls in Kerala. When you have rainy weather and you see these batter-fried sweet snacks, the truth is they are quite hard to resist! Perfect to make at home for tea …