A soft, lacy rice pancake with a fluffy center, often enjoyed with vegetable stew or chicken curry.
Puttu
A cylindrical steamed rice cake layered with grated coconut, typically served with bananas, chickpea curry, or fish curry.
Idiyappam
Also known as string hoppers, made from rice flour pressed into noodle-like strands and steamed, often served with coconut milk and sugar or spicy curries.
Pathiri
A thin, soft flatbread made from rice flour, commonly served with spicy meat or fish curries.
Kozhukatta
Sweet steamed dumplings made from rice flour and filled with grated coconut and jaggery, traditionally enjoyed during breakfast or as a snack.
Sadya
A traditional vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf, featuring a variety of dishes including rice, sambar, avial, thoran, and more, especially popular during festivals and weddings.
Thalassery Dum Biryani
A fragrant rice dish made with short-grain rice and a blend of spices, typically prepared with chicken or mutton, known for its unique, slightly sweet flavor.
Kappa and Meen Curry
A traditional combination of boiled and mashed tapioca served with a spicy, tangy fish curry, showcasing Kerala’s coastal culinary heritage.
Kerala Parotta
A flaky, layered flatbread made from refined flour, best enjoyed with spicy meat and vegetable curries.
Karimeen Pollichathu
A specialty dish featuring Pearl Spot fish marinated in spices, wrapped in a banana leaf, and grilled to perfection.
Palada Payasa
A creamy, sweet rice pudding made with rice ada (flakes), milk, and sugar, cherished during festivals and celebrations.
Banana Chips
Thinly sliced banana chips fried to golden perfection, often seasoned with salt or spices, a popular treat in Kerala.
