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Traditional nadan dishes, festive sweets, breakfast favourites, and quick family meals from the Malayali kitchen.

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Kerala Fish MoleeNon-Veg RecipesKerala Fish MoleeA mild Kerala fish curry made with coconut milk, ginger, green chillies, tomato, and curry leaves.13 June 20263 min readThengapaal IdiyappamBreakfastThengapaal IdiyappamSoft Kerala idiyappam served with lightly sweetened coconut milk, a simple breakfast and evening tiffin favourite.13 June 20263 min readPazham PoriSnacksPazham PoriKerala tea-shop style banana fritters made with ripe nendran pazham and a crisp golden batter.13 June 20263 min read
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Simple, practical recipes for the Malayali table.

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🍲Nadan classicsKerala flavours with coconut, curry leaves, mustard, chilli, and slow-cooked masala.
⏱Quick family mealsShort, practical recipes that work for weekday cooking and school-night dinners.
🔥Festive favouritesPayasam, sweets, non-veg specials, and celebration dishes for a full table.
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Breakfast

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Thengapaal IdiyappamBreakfastThengapaal IdiyappamSoft Kerala idiyappam served with lightly sweetened coconut milk, a simple breakfast and evening tiffin favourite.13 June 20263 min readVellarikka PuttuBreakfastVellarikka PuttuDiscover the nutritious and flavorful Vellarikka Puttu, a Kerala-style steamed rice cake infused with cucumber and...29 March 20253 min readKerala KallappamBreakfastKerala KallappamDiscover the authentic Kerala Kallappam recipe – a soft, fermented rice pancake made with coconut and optional...29 March 20253 min readOats UpmaBreakfastOats UpmaWhip up a delicious Oats Upma with this easy recipe featuring oats, veggies, and a dash of ghee—perfect for a...24 March 20253 min readGhee DosaBreakfastGhee DosaEnjoy the delicious flavors of Kerala-style Ghee Dosa and Coconut Chutney with this easy recipe. Made with fermented...8 March 20253 min readPalappamBreakfastPalappamLearn how to make soft and crispy Kerala-style Palappam with this easy recipe. Made with raw rice, coconut water,...8 March 20253 min read
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Non-Veg Recipes

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Kerala Fish MoleeNon-Veg RecipesKerala Fish MoleeA mild Kerala fish curry made with coconut milk, ginger, green chillies, tomato, and curry leaves.13 June 20263 min readMutta CurryNon-Veg RecipesMutta CurryDiscover the authentic Nadan Mutta Curry recipe, a Kerala-style egg curry with creamy coconut milk, perfect with...1 April 20253 min readMutton Stew in Coconut MilkNon-Veg RecipesMutton Stew in Coconut MilkDiscover the authentic Kerala Mutton Stew in Coconut Milk recipe, a creamy and aromatic dish perfect for special...31 March 20253 min readKallumakkaya CurryNon-Veg RecipesKallumakkaya CurryDiscover the authentic recipe for Kallumakkaya Curry, a flavorful Malabar-style mussel dish cooked with coconut,...17 March 20253 min readMalabar BiriyaniNon-Veg RecipesMalabar BiriyaniDiscover the rich taste of Malabar Biriyani, a traditional Kerala dish made with fragrant rice, spiced meat, and...11 March 20253 min readKerala Beef RoastNon-Veg RecipesKerala Beef RoastTry this authentic Kerala-style beef roast recipe with aromatic spices, curry leaves, and grated coconut. Perfect to...7 March 20253 min read
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Kerala Style StewSalads & CurryKerala Style StewLearn how to make traditional Kerala-style potato stew with coconut milk, spices, and curry leaves. A perfect side...29 March 20253 min readGarlic Kadala CurrySalads & CurryGarlic Kadala CurryEnjoy the rich and aromatic taste of Garlic Kadala Curry, a traditional dish made with black chickpeas, garlic, and...28 March 20253 min read
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Sweets & Desserts

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KozhukkattaSnacksKozhukkattaSteamed Kerala rice dumplings filled with coconut and jaggery, often prepared during Lent and family gatherings.13 June 20263 min readReva KesariSweets & DessertsReva KesariIndulge in the delightful preparation of sweet treats with this easy-to-follow recipe. Combine the rich flavors of...13 November 20233 min read
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Payasam

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Palada PradhamanPayasamPalada PradhamanLearn how to make Palada Pradhaman, a rich and creamy Kerala-style payasam. This traditional dessert, made with ada,...15 March 20253 min readJackfruit PayasamPayasamJackfruit PayasamExperience the rich flavors of Kerala with this traditional Jackfruit Payasam recipe. Made with ripe jackfruit,...10 March 20253 min readCherupayar Parippu (Green gram) PayasamPayasamCherupayar Parippu (Green gram) PayasamEmbark on a sweet journey with Cherupayar Parippu Payasam, a traditional South Indian dessert. This delightful...16 November 20233 min readImagePayasamHerbal Payasamnull7 November 20233 min readBroken Wheat PayasamPayasamBroken Wheat Payasamnull7 November 20233 min readMango PayasamPayasamMango Payasamnull7 November 20233 min read
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Rice

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Coconut RiceRiceCoconut RiceExperience the tropical allure of Coconut Rice, a culinary delight that brings together the richness of coconut and...16 November 20233 min read
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Snacks

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Pazham PoriSnacksPazham PoriKerala tea-shop style banana fritters made with ripe nendran pazham and a crisp golden batter.13 June 20263 min readKannur Special KaalakiliSnacksKannur Special KaalakiliDiscover the authentic recipe for Kannur Special Kaalakili, a crispy and sweet fried snack made with wheat flour,...15 March 20253 min readCrispy Cheese BallsSnacksCrispy Cheese BallsLearn how to make crispy and cheesy cheese balls at home! This easy recipe with mozzarella, potatoes, and spices...15 March 20253 min readBanana FriesSnacksBanana FriesLearn how to make delicious and crispy banana fries with this easy recipe! Made with raw banana, rice flour, and...15 March 20253 min readNeyyappamSnacksNeyyappamNeyyappam, a crispy and soft Kerala sweet made with rice, jaggery, and ghee, is a must-try festive treat. Learn its...13 March 20253 min readUnniyappamSnacksUnniyappamUnniyappam, a classic Kerala snack made with rice, banana, and jaggery, is a crispy and soft treat enjoyed during...13 March 20253 min read
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