Fish plays a major role in the daily food preparation of an average non vegetarian Kerala family. Fresh Fish simmered in spices,cooked in different kind of coconut bases and the description goes on....Among the many varieties, this is one which is served in Toddy Shop in Kerala (a state in India). Its also called as Shappile Meen Curry. Steamed and mashed Tapioca flavored with turmeric served along with spicy Fish Curry is hot favorite among Malayalees..The spicy, sour and intense ... continue reading...
Beetroot Vadai-Beetroot Vada Recipe-Beetroot Fritters
Beetroot vadai-Beetroot vada recipe -Beetroot masala vada -Chettinad Beetroot lentil fritters with detailed step by step photos and Video recipe. Hi Everyone, I hope you all doing well. Today, I'm sharing a traditional Chettinadu evening snack recipe Beetroot vadai-Beetroot Vada-Beetroot Fritters. Deep fried snack made with beetroot grate and soaked lentil. This Beetroot vada recipe is regular vistor in my mom kitchen :-) Yes, she often used to make this for us, because ... continue reading...
Aval Nanachathu Recipe | Sweetened Beaten Rice Flakes
Aval Nanachathu is an authentic kerala snack. Beaten rice flakes or ‘aval’is a rich source of iron, and is easily available in the market.It is one of the easiest tea time sweet snack made of Beaten rice flakes /Aval coconut and jaggery. Aval Nanachathu Recipe | Sweetened Beaten Rice Flakes Preparation Time : 5 mins No Cooking needed Serves : 4 Ingredients: Aval /Poha /Beaten Rice Flakes : 3 cups Grated Coconut : 1 cup Grated Jaggery/Vellam or Sarkkara : 2 cups (or to taste) Milk ... continue reading...
Urulakkizhangu Podimas /Potato Podimas /Mashed Potato Stir Fry
The literal meaning of podimas is ‘mash’. Urulakkizhangu podimas is the name given to mashed potatoes with seasoning. The aroma of this dish rings a bell in my heart and the nostalgic memories of my childhood gush through me. This dish is a fine combination of potatoes, onions, green chillies, mustard seeds and curry leaves. Easy to make and it is served with rasam/sambar and white rice, as a filling for masala dosas or can be served as a side dish with rotis too!! Recipe ... continue reading...
Erissery-Mathanga Van Payar Erissery with Video
Erissery-Mathanga (Pumpkin) Van Payar Erissery with Video Anyone who is familiar with proper Kerala feast knows about the Erissery. It's one of the traditional recipes of Kerala, South India. Made with a combination of vegetables and pulses, using ground coconut paste, and finally seasoned with roasted coconut. Erissery is a must have dish during Kerala sadya. The merger between the sweetness of pumpkin, and coconut, take your taste buds to another level. From south to north, there are ... continue reading...
